Researching Opening Sequences: Influences.

After looking at multiple opening sequences, we selected these specific film openings as ones that contained influential shots and images that we would potentially use in our own opening sequence...

'The Holiday'.

The film opens with the logo of it's
production company, Universal Studios.

This use of reverse zoom shot misleads the audience, moving from one film to another. This, in turn, may help the viewer understand the genre of the film. 

'Se7en'.

This shot represents the literal opening of a storyline. This technique is simple, yet effective.

The font is again simple, however remains intriguing, creating a childlike feel which contrasts the otherwise grave mood. 

'Panic Room'.

The film opens with an establishing shot, informing the audience of the main location/setting of the movie.
The setting is urban and exciting, qualities we hope to include in our own opening sequence.