Monday, 16 November 2009

codes and conventions of a title sequence

Codes and conventions of title sequence

A title sequence is the start of the film or television programs, which aims to present their title, key production and cast members, or both, by mixing visuals and sound to it. The title sequence is a way to try and hook the viewer to their film in the space of a few minutes. It aims to set the genre of the film and introduce the main characters to you in some cases the titles sequence is used to create enigma to get audience-asking questions.

A title sequence must have these major elements to be a titles sequence:

• Theme music or a soundtrack that sets the mood of the film or fits the criteria of your film.

• Credits to tell use who is in your film or who took part in making it using special fonts that suite your film and easy to read.


• Indication Something that relates to your film or a part of your film.

• Distribute a Distribution company at the start of your film