Week 2 Post 2

Saturday 2/17/24

Hi blog!

So I have researched some films in the teen/criminal thriller genre and these are some that I enjoy. 

Super Dark Times:

Kevin Phillips' psychological thriller "Super Dark Times" begins with an eerie and dramatic scene that foreshadows the dark and intense plot that unfolds.The opening scenes have a key role in setting the tone and aesthetic of the movie. "Super Dark Times" most likely has a somber and gloomy look, with dreary cinematography, low lighting, and desaturated colors. The opening moments of the film may be tense and unsettling due to the close-ups, slow camera movements, and unusual framing. A lot of the time, the first scenes of a movie provide crucial details about its setting and mood. "Super Dark Times" might open with a tiny rural or suburban town with spooky scenery, peaceful streets, and a lonely feeling.It's possible that the tense, ominous mood alludes to the evil that lies beneath the surface. Important individuals may be introduced or their ties established in the opening scene.The main conflict or mystery of the movie is frequently hinted to in the opening scenes. "Super Dark Times" might allude to a terrible incident or an unsettling secret that will come to light as the narrative develops .This could be accomplished by using hidden visual signals, or symbolic imagery that leaves the audience wondering what might happen next.There can be tonal changes in the opening segment that go from serene and typical to tense and menacing. In "Super Dark Times," the tone may progressively change from playful and sentimental to spooky and uncomfortable, indicating the gloom that will soon engulf the protagonists and their lives.

Overall, the opening of "Super Dark Times" is likely to be a chilling and immersive experience that draws the audience into the world of the film and sets the stage for the harrowing journey ahead. Through its careful use of visual and narrative techniques, the film establishes a sense of atmosphere, introduces intriguing characters, and lays the groundwork for the suspenseful and psychologically intense story that will unfold.

Compared to my opening, it will introduce the dark and thrilling tone almost halfway through the opening after the joyful and exciting emotions are over. Whereas ''Super Dark Times'' immediately uses the overall dark tone. However both openings will use the ominous tone at the start of the film. When the time Is needed in my opening I plan to use silence to enhance the sadness just like Super Dark times and to use a melancholy filter with more slow cuts.

The opening credits of ''Super Dark Times'' did not start off with credits or a title. I think Kevin Phillips did this to create a more eery and uneasy feeling and to jump right into the depressing tone immediately. 

Spring Breakers:

"Spring Breakers" opens with an important scene that establishes the mood and introduces the audience to the themes and characters of the movie. The film, which was directed by Harmony Korine, opens with a montage sequence that throws audiences into the wild and crazy world of Florida spring break. Quick cuts and vivid colors are hallmarks of the fast-paced editing style used in the opening section. By capturing the frantic energy and excitement of spring break, our visual technique immerses viewers in the hectic mood right away. Music has a big part in establishing the tone of the movie from the very beginning. Electronic music that is upbeat and throbbing is played throughout the opening, adding to the excitement and anticipation of spring break.The montage features a number of chaotic and excessive situations, such as rowdy gatherings, drug and alcohol abuse.This montage foreshadows the themes of recklessness that will be discussed throughout the film and establishes the excesses  that define the spring break experience. There is an underlying tension that alludes to darker things beneath the surface, despite the opening's seeming happiness and revelry. Images of characters acting rashly or other uncomfortable or uneasy times allude to this tension. These allusions allude to the dramatic happenings that will occur later in the movie and imply that there are effects hiding among the celebrations.

 Overall, the opening sequence of "Spring Breakers" effectively establishes the tone, themes, and characters of the film, drawing viewers into its world of excess and intrigue from the very beginning.

Similar to my opening, both openings will start off with a montage of fun times. Obviously my montage will not be as extreme as the opening of Spring Breakers but both montages shows the amusement and excitement that the teenagers experience before creeping onto the darker tones throughout the film. I also plan to use a generous amount of quick cuts just like Spring Breakers did to amplify the excitement and fun along with a upbeat pop song in the background.

The opening credits of "Spring Breakers" are displayed in an eye-catching, unique way that reflects the avant-garde style of the movie. The credits, which depict images of excess, partying, and revelry typical of spring break, are layered over a collage of chaotic  imagery. The way that text and image are juxtaposed draws viewers into the world of the movie right away and establishes the mood for the rest of the scene.