1. How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film? Which ones? - Around 12 titles are displayed in this opening sequence. There is much less titles in this opening sequence than a lot of other ones. It starts with the distribution and production company. Then, the titles move on to the name of the film. The rest of the titles are mostly comprised of the actors in the film.
2. What connotations do the images carry? (how do you they make you feel) - The images mostly just get you interested in the film. They also set the basis for the introduction to the characters. You can see that they are not wealthy based off the images. There are unique shots which draw the viewer in.
3. How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset? (Can you tell what genre the film is) - You cannot really tell what genre the film is based off this title sequence. It subverts a lot of the typical symbolic and technical codes of thriller films. For example, there is no foreboding music, it is just peaceful and upbeat music.
4. What conventions are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience? - Close ups on the phone are used in order to draw viewers into what is on the phone. This gets them immediately invested. It creates a sense of wondering what the things on the phone are about. Additionally, tracking shots are used to keep viewers hooked. They work to tell a story and keep viewers interested. In other words, it makes viewers want to see where the story is going. Set design also helps to get the viewers interested. Since the house and characters all look poor, it makes the viewers wonder who these people are. This makes them want to stay and watch.
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