Friday, January 31, 2020

Title Research: Casino Royal

How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?
There are 9 titles displayed during the opening sequences to the film.
What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
Since the movie is created around a casino and the dilemmas that occur there, the images
that are prioritized are all different elements to a royal casino. Even the font that is used is
somewhat royal, against relating back to the title, "Casino Royale."
What connotations do the images carry?
These images all carry a mysterious connotation, relating to the theme of the movie. For
example, at one point in the titles, they show an image of eyes looking around inside of the
royal font. This is typically an element used in mystery movies, as these eyes show that
something mysterious is about to happen.
How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?
The genre is mainly shown through the sound, and font of the titles. The sound that is placed
behind the titles is very mysterious, and a sound that you typically would not expect to hear
during a comedy, or a romance film, for example. Additionally, the font is very appropriate to the
title of the movie.
How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?
Just from looking at the first few titles, you can tell that this film is ominous from the font, the
colored images and more. It also does not give the entire plot away, leaving the audience
interested in what is going to occur later in the film.
What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?
For this film specifically, the author really focuses on the visual appeal of the titles. He adds
color to every image, even if it is just eyes that are looking around. This gives an eerie aspects
that appeals to all audiences.
How has technology been used effectively?
Technology is being used effectively through the font. Not only is the font in royal print, but
there are also images that are moving and coming out of the font at the same time. They
are using special effects to enhance the visual appeal of the titles.

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