TITLES
0:00
– 0:20
An animated logo of the movies
distributor, which in this case is Universal studios. The very familiar and
iconic jingle playing along side it.
0:20
– 0:32
Another animated logo, this time of
the production company (Working Title). There is also a voice in the background
to help set up the scene, letting me know that something is being signed.
0:32
– 0:35
Universal Studio presents is shown,
letting me know who made the title. The use of black and white quickly draws my
eyes to the writing, as nothing else is on screen, essentially making sure I
read it. It also only stays on screen for a few seconds to make sure it doesn’t
outstay its welcome. Something that is done with most titles from this point.
0:46
– 0:48
Another title, this time to let me
know about the association with StudioCanal, once again using the black and
white and only staying on screen long enough for me to read the writing that I
am quickly drawn to (as it’s the only thing on screen).
0:59 – 1:01
Once again using the black and white
method mentioned previously, another title letting me know that Working Title
produced the movie.
1:41
– 1:45
Whilst it keeps the black and white
theme, it is not the only thing on the screen this time, though due to the
movement of the slide effect used I am quickly drawn to the title once again.
This new sliding transition allows for a nice blend with the scene and the
titles. Almost like an animated film reel
(1:47
– 1:48) – 1:53
The title of the movie slides and
fades in. This draws attention to the title, which is also prominently at the
bottom centre of the screen. The black/white technique used earlier quickly
draws attention to it.
1:53
– 1:57
A credit for the lead actor, Ryan
Reynolds (pictured). Using the previously mentioned techniques.
1:57
– 2:00
A credit for the lead actress, Isla Fisher, using the same techniques as previous credits.
Frame by frame
0:40
Brown Envelope is on screen
·
3 names, Solicitors, Business
situation?
·
Characters name is shown
(William Hayes).
·
Lets us know the film takes
place in New York City.
0:42
William in his office
·
Shows us that he’s in some sort
of tall building.
·
Hayes looks stressed.
·
Wearing formal wear, suggests
an office environment.
·
Quaker Oats logo in background,
could be product placement but is also a plot point.
·
Multiple drawings, scissors,
pens, lam and so on suggests some sort of designer.
0:55
Letter being picked up and opened.
Reaction shot of Hayes reading letter received.
·
The letter is his divorce
papers
·
Sarah Hayes is the name of his
wife.
1:02
Colleague enters to give brief
exposition
·
Neat hair and smart clothes to
further suggest office environment
·
Lets us know more about his job
and suggests that he’s doing rather well.
1:23
Wide shot of Hayes office
·
Shows that Hayes has his own
office, gives us a better view of outside, showing that he’s “ higher up “ and
suggesting further success.
·
Shows Hayes is now wearing a
full, smart suit.
·
Shows more pictures around his
office, suggesting he’s a rather hard worker.
1:34
Shows Hayes putting in his earphones
and putting on music.
·
As the monologue is rather
vague this gives me the feeling I’m inside his head, and that’s why I can hear
the music he’s listening to.
·
Gives a logical transition for
music to begin playing over the credits.
1:42
Hayes walking across the road
·
Street is full of yellow cabs,
which are very iconic of New York City, where the movie is set.
·
There is also heavy traffic.
1:50
The Empire State Building
·
Confirms the setting of New
York City.
2:00
51st street. Another Icon
of New York City
Written by Kieran Owens
Written by Kieran Owens
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