Opening Title Sequence

Se7en Opening Credits

What Makes This A Good Opening Sequence?

Micro Elements

The opening sequence for Se7en is a good and gripping opening sequence because it clearly shows the audience that this is a thriller by having the conventional font of text, a stark writing style which looked like crudely written words, they faded in while often flickering. They show how attributes such as music, colour and typography can create a mood for a film.

There was dim lighting and everything seemed to be moving in slow motion with a series of montage shots of disturbing images appear quickly and briefly on the screen.

Macro Elements

The audience cannot tell clearly the plot of the film from the sequence, it does not give away too much information but leaves the audience curious with questions. This would make them continue to watch it.