What is an Opening Sequence?

The opening sequence is an Introduction to the film. The purpose of an Opening Sequence is to create enigmas, establish the setting, plot, characters and genre. The opening sequence is vital and is used to interest the audience in the film and hopefully make them watch the rest of the film.

Establishing the Scene/Genre -

This helps the audience to understand where and what the film is about. For example the Scene will be dark and spooky if the film genre is a horror. Mise en Scene helps to establish this and also cinematography. By using appropriate costumes and lighting the genre can be established.

Establishing Characters -

It is important to meet the main characters in the opening sequence so that the audience are able to follow their role in the film and who is going to be important in the film.

Creating Enigma's -

By creating enigmas, the audience are left wondering what may happen in the rest of the film. This helps to keep the audience hooked on the film through hinting that certain events could happen.

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