The opening of a film introduces the characters in the film and locations, includes teasers from the plot and provides a 'hook' for the audience in order to engage and intrigue them into watching the rest.
The opening of a film is required to include the names and labels of those who took part in the production of the film. These include, in chronological order:
- Producers
- Distributor
- Director
- Actors/ actresses
Sound FX & Music:
It is crucial for the opening to include music and sound FX, as they build and create tension and give the audience an indication of the mood/ tone of the rest of the film.
Example:
One film that demonstrates the crucial elements of the opening of a film is the thriller Seven:
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