Another thing that goes without saying is the titles I have
found that in most of these openings you will not just have computer edited
titles which don't really build tension and aren't very effective at all. So
normally what they do is put the titles in on the back of wall in spray paint
or blood etc. It really could be any way as long as it is effective.
The story in the thriller opening is probably one of the
most important parts of a thriller and it usually grabs most the attention. It
is important that the director meets the needs of the audience which are
Excitement, suspense and action. At the same time the director should not
reveal too much and they must make sure that the audience is urging for more
after the opening scene. In the build up to the thriller opening I have been
researching directors like Michael Mann who is an expert in applying these
techniques.
Holding information back is another key I feel is done,
making the audience ask questions. Why is she dead? Is she dead? however you do
have to be careful when doing this because sometimes you can hold to much back
which can put some viewers off who want to watch a film just for escapism. And don't
really want to think too much, resulting in them turning the film off.
Music is very important and good thriller music can have
just as much effect as the story. The music must be appealing and tense. It
must build up a tense feeling amongst the audience. This is exactly what we are
aiming for.
Camera angles and shots are very important good use of
camera shots always has its impact on a film. We will use the over the shoulder
shot, the reason we have chosen this is because we feel that it builds suspense
and it brings the feeling that something is watching.
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