Research: Opening Credits - MR S

Opening Credits

What are opening credits?

Opening Credits are shown at the very beginning of a Thriller/ Film, and opening credits is a list of the most important members of the production. They are now usually shown as text superimposed on a blank screen or static pictures, or sometimes on top of action in the show. There may or may not be accompanying music. 

What is their purpose? What information do they provide?

The purpose of opening credits is for the audience to identify the major actors and crew, while the closing credits list an extensive cast and production crew. 

How do they make the audience feel?

Opening credits are effective in films as they are usually followed by a soundtrack which automatically helps to build up tension among the audience. Images are often used in opening credits to make the audience ask questions about their relevance.

Example:

In this opening credits clip taken from the thriller, Se7en, the editor has put the text on graphic images. This builds tension for the audience as the font and size of the writing allow the audience to understand that this thriller film is fearful therefore this engages the audience to watch the film. 

Conclusion

When creating my own Thriller, I will ensure that my production name comes first as it will look professional to my audience and also I will include my main characters as it is important too let the audience know who is starring in the Thriller. I would also make sure that images are as a background  while the opening credits are shown because this will interest my audience as my target audience is younger teens which they could get bored after while watching the opening credits alone.