My three credit sequences!

 Introduction:

    Hey! I have been doing some studying on different credit sequences that fit into the thriller genre and here's how it's going! Credit sequences are used to explain who worked behind the scenes of films. Mainly, you will typically see the director, producer, and other people that helped film or create scripts. Different genres use different types of credit scenes like including different colors and fonts to fit that chosen genre. Since my genre is thriller, I have researched a few different credit sequences from different movies that I intend to utilize.

Credit Sequences:

    The first credit sequence I found was from the movie Godzilla (2014). This films opening credit sequence matched with the vibe of the video playing behind it. The text is in a dark grey color with a regular font size. The video behind the credits went so well with it because its a black and white video showing the true darkness of the film already. These credits along with the narrative behind it established the films tone and the mystery behind the historical papers and writing shown behind the credits.

    The next film I researched on is The Exorcist (1973). This film opens with the credits in large letters with a deep red color. The red color shown in the opening sequence establishes the extreme gore that is within this film. The composition of the actual story being told behind the credits was about people at a dig site and one person finds a figure that unleashes the demon inside. This relates to the credit sequences since the red coloration in the credits is establishing the thrill and what demonic things there is to come. This opening is unsettling as the music in the background created an eerie atmosphere. This already starts to build tension before the film starts.

    I then researched the film Psycho (1960). This film is old however it incorporated many unique designs and animations for how the credits go in and exit the frame. Usually credit sequences seem boring and not a lot of people actually read them, however, it was very interesting after they added fun movement. The grey lines appearing on screen also allows audiences to interpret what they think will happen and to stay mysterious. The colors of this sequence were black and white which may relate to the time this film was created. Another feature I wanted to mention was the non-diegetic fast pace music behind the video. This enhanced the anticipation for viewers as they view the sequence.

Resources:

BrainGlutton, JohnT, MidnightRadio, Delphica, Walloon, Number, Johnny_L.A, Thin_Ice, jk1245, Don_Draper, Scumpup, PoorYorick, & Ianzin. (2005, January 23). “The exorcist”: What was the point of the prologue? Straight Dope Message Board. https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-exorcist-what-was-the-point-of-the-prologue/286299

Landekic, L. (2023, April 24). Art of the title. Art of the Title. https://www.artofthetitle.com/

Writer Ben Radatz                                  Published        December 13, 2011. (n.d.). Psycho. Art of the Title. https://www.artofthetitle.com/title/psycho/