Title Research: When Harry Met Sally

 

  1. What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? 

Who the film is associated with, directors name, the two biggest actors in the film then the name, followed by more actors, associate producer, music adaption and arrangements, special music performances, costumes designed by, Co-producers, casting by, film editor, production designer, director of photography, produced by, written by directed by. 

  1. What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? 

The first image of the sequence is a couple sitting in an interview setting after the opening credits being just a blank screen with titles. The first real shot of the film being Harry’s girlfriend kissing him while Sally waited in the car.  

  1. What connotations do these images carry? 

This image sets the tone for what the movie is about. The couple foreshadows what eventually takes place in the movie even though the first scene with Harry and Sally juxtaposed this.  

  1. How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset? 

The music in the opening scene actually establishes the feeling for the genre. It is light and is a jazz piece which typically is associated with romance. So it immediately sets the tone for what the movie is about even if real romance doesn’t take place until later.  

  1. What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience? 

The movie is for mature audiences or anyone over 18. The way the characters behave and react reflect the everyday lives of people after college trying to figure out their lives.  

  1. How has technology been used effectively? You want to consider camera angles, transitions and editing techniques. 

In the opening sequence there is not much camera operations the first angle is an medium closeup where the extracts are sitting down. The second is more technical with an over the shoulder shot of Harry’s girlfriend and him kissing that is directed at Sally. 



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