Research into Title Sequences

Research into Title Sequences | Amber Smales

A title sequence, or otherwise known as an introduction or opening sequence, are used at the start of a film or television progamme. It is most commonly used to introduce the people that are acting in the film of TV show as well as the title of the film. Also the title sequence gives an indication of what genre the sequence and can also give clues for the overall storyline. These title sequences can be done a number of ways such as an animation, live action, using music or graphics.

Different genre films adopt different styles or title sequences.

Normally a title sequence will involve:

A title
The main cast and crew (such as director and writer of the film)
Non-diegetic sound
Indication of the genre/storyline of the film
Name/logo of company involved in creating the film

Usually a title sequence will last between 1 to 4 minutes.

Typical Order
Most title sequences in films and TV shows follow the same order during the title sequence.The first thing that usually appears is the name of the production company followed by the director and producer of the sequence. After this the main actors are usually introduced, it is only 3-4 actors that are shown in the title sequence as the purpose is to keep the title sequence short and direct. The last thing to be shown is the title of the film as the creators want the name of the film to stick with the audience throughout the film and won't be forgotten.

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