Opening Sequence Analysis (Se7en)
Camera Shot/Angle/Movement
The scene is opened with an extreme close up of a book. In the background we appear to see a figure we take to be a hand turning the page.
We then have a birds eye view overlooking what we think is a book with very explicit imagery of hands which are deformed.
Sound
The sound is mixed with both digetic and non-diegetic sound the non diegetic sound however seems to over power the digetic sound it adds more of an effect creates a sense of suspense to the opening as a whole whereas the digetic sound helps set a sinister tone to the opening sequence as a whole.
Editing
The editing constructed in the opening sequence is very effective there is a use of fast edits which create pace and hints to an adrenaline rush which may be present throughout the film.There are also abstract images which add a sense of confusion at a very early stage, these images are already intriguing as an audience to watch on.
Mise en Scene
There are specific colours used which are red and black these are two colours we associate with blood and darkness, two key elements we associate with the horror genre. The main features include abstract equipment and books which suggest mystery.
Characters
We are not yet introduced to any specific character yet only a mystery silhouette figure whose shadow is only discovered.
Locations
We are not yet introduced to a main location yet but from the specific conventions and images used we begin to think that the location maybe in some sort of a basement or laboratory definitely somewhere off limits.
Narrative/Plot
Depending on the opening sequence there is no actual clear indication of a narrative/plot. Not yet anyway, we haven’t yet been introduced to it.
Themes
There are very apparent themes shown already in the opening sequence. we are introduced to themes of mystery,blood and gore. From the opening sequence we are able to predict that one of the poignant themes in the film will be murder.
Visual Style
The use of fast edits and abstract images almost act as a series of questions which will only be answered when we watch the movie.
Genre
We are not 100% sure on the genre but from the opening sequence we can maybe say that it maybe within the horror/thriller genre.
Camera Shot/Angle/Movement
The scene is opened with an extreme close up of a book. In the background we appear to see a figure we take to be a hand turning the page.
We then have a birds eye view overlooking what we think is a book with very explicit imagery of hands which are deformed.
Sound
The sound is mixed with both digetic and non-diegetic sound the non diegetic sound however seems to over power the digetic sound it adds more of an effect creates a sense of suspense to the opening as a whole whereas the digetic sound helps set a sinister tone to the opening sequence as a whole.
Editing
The editing constructed in the opening sequence is very effective there is a use of fast edits which create pace and hints to an adrenaline rush which may be present throughout the film.There are also abstract images which add a sense of confusion at a very early stage, these images are already intriguing as an audience to watch on.
Mise en Scene
There are specific colours used which are red and black these are two colours we associate with blood and darkness, two key elements we associate with the horror genre. The main features include abstract equipment and books which suggest mystery.
Characters
We are not yet introduced to any specific character yet only a mystery silhouette figure whose shadow is only discovered.
Locations
We are not yet introduced to a main location yet but from the specific conventions and images used we begin to think that the location maybe in some sort of a basement or laboratory definitely somewhere off limits.
Narrative/Plot
Depending on the opening sequence there is no actual clear indication of a narrative/plot. Not yet anyway, we haven’t yet been introduced to it.
Themes
There are very apparent themes shown already in the opening sequence. we are introduced to themes of mystery,blood and gore. From the opening sequence we are able to predict that one of the poignant themes in the film will be murder.
Visual Style
The use of fast edits and abstract images almost act as a series of questions which will only be answered when we watch the movie.
Genre
We are not 100% sure on the genre but from the opening sequence we can maybe say that it maybe within the horror/thriller genre.
