4 Types of Title Sequences
There are four main categories of title sequences that can be identified which are Titles on a black screen, Titles on still images, Titles over Moving Images and Titles using Animations or Motion.
Titles on a black screen
This is one of the most common type of title sequence that is used because it can easily use different typefaces which often are white text on black which is not very complicated and doesn't take much ingenuity as hardly any effects are used when using this particular type of title sequence. The reason why white text is always used on a black background is to create a high level of contrast making the typeface stand out greatly. This is perfect for low budget studios as hardly any money is used when creating this sort of title sequence but if they were trying to create a more creative sequence it would be quite costly and complicated. This title sequence are simple and uncomplicated however that does not change the order of what text appears when greatly such as institutional information will always come at the beginning of the film.
Some examples of films which utilise this simplistic type of film sequence would be Psyko which is generally a black and white film sequence and naturally using this type of sequence gives a clear high contrast with the white text on black which is very simply and can be easily seen by the audience.
Another example of this type of sequence is for the film Pulp Fiction but in contrast to Psyko this film has used the title in a different way which makes it differ from Psyko. Pulp Fiction film has used very large font size which is very easy to see in fact a lot more easier compared to Psyko but it also contains the default type of sequence white typeface on black background just as it has been used in Psyko. However, they have also used a variety of colours which stand out equally as much or maybe more due to the large font size such as yellow typeface on black background which creates a very high contrast since the yellow makes the typeface seem very vibrant and bright which is then supported by the red outlining making the text stand out even more.
This is one of the most common type of title sequence that is used because it can easily use different typefaces which often are white text on black which is not very complicated and doesn't take much ingenuity as hardly any effects are used when using this particular type of title sequence. The reason why white text is always used on a black background is to create a high level of contrast making the typeface stand out greatly. This is perfect for low budget studios as hardly any money is used when creating this sort of title sequence but if they were trying to create a more creative sequence it would be quite costly and complicated. This title sequence are simple and uncomplicated however that does not change the order of what text appears when greatly such as institutional information will always come at the beginning of the film.
Some examples of films which utilise this simplistic type of film sequence would be Psyko which is generally a black and white film sequence and naturally using this type of sequence gives a clear high contrast with the white text on black which is very simply and can be easily seen by the audience.
Another example of this type of sequence is for the film Pulp Fiction but in contrast to Psyko this film has used the title in a different way which makes it differ from Psyko. Pulp Fiction film has used very large font size which is very easy to see in fact a lot more easier compared to Psyko but it also contains the default type of sequence white typeface on black background just as it has been used in Psyko. However, they have also used a variety of colours which stand out equally as much or maybe more due to the large font size such as yellow typeface on black background which creates a very high contrast since the yellow makes the typeface seem very vibrant and bright which is then supported by the red outlining making the text stand out even more.
Titles on still images
Another type of title sequences that are used is Titles on still images which are more elaborate than merely using white typeface on black backgrounds which include historically hand drawn boarders/images. This category also utilises transitions from one text to another along with visual images which may hint towards the tone/genre of the film that is being created. Along with the development of this type of titles, new ways for this to develop has been created such as making use of still images to create more of a specific type of impact, or make the credits longer introducing a wider cast/crew of people as well as more in the name of the studio or film maker there can be an increase in exposure. Studios have also come to accept and support more elaborate title sequences such as these type but it does require different types of media to create title sequences in such a way as it will be used to set the tone of film and it needs to hint at the genre/theme of the film to the audience in a subtle way without making it too obvious.
One example of the film which tries using this type of title sequence is Kyle's Cooper's Version for Wimbledon which makes use of a simple white typeface on black background but then changes from the typical titles on black screens to a still image of the sky which makes the white typeface standout more as it is complimented by the still image of the sky. This then shifts from that to picture of a crowd making reactions with each of the transitions of the film sequence which is very simple but at the same time very elaborate and subtle.
Title over Moving Images
In this particular film sequence uses credits of a film which, are combined along with moving images, for this type of film sequence sound may be included but this will often be a soundscape simply sound track without any dialogue. The moving images may often be a metaphor or a narrative thread which may help to introduce the tone or storyline of the film which audiences may typically want to see and hear so they can get a basic idea of what it is about.
An example of a film which may use this feature is the film Alfred Hitchoock's Rear Widow which is very creative and very elaborate. This film mainly utilises a red typeface which stands out on a moving city image as the background which creates a unique contrast as the city is roughly beige colour which can make the red typeface stand out. This is then emphasised with the outlining of the moving city.
Titles using Animation or Motion
This type of film sequence was introduced in the late 1990s which resulted in these so called animated title sequences more popular making audiences respond more. These titles are also part of moving images with images we see which make the title sequence more interesting as it is not simple and has been created in a unique way. This has involved lots of digital technology to get the title sequences as they are and to create a certain type of impact for the audience so it has to be styled and much time is spent when editing.
One example which does this is the James Bond Casino Royale, which includes moving images such as spades, hearts among other things which are connected with the casino theme but at the beginning red blood drips over the screen hinting at danger linking it to the James Bond motif. White text has also been used on their casino style moving background which is a white typeface.
Another example of this type of title sequences which uses animation or motion is Catch Me If You Can which uses both features in terms of including moving drawn stick figures with texts which are connected to creating the next part of the title sequence to create buildings for the stick figures which link fairly well with the moving images and makes excellent use of the black stick figures and the black text stand out with the use of nice vibrant colours for the background.
Two categories that are most important for us to look at for this coursework would be Titles over Moving Images and Titles using Animation or Motion because more audience these days respond more quickly to these two types of elaborate, creative sequences which show how much title and effort has gone into the creation of one title sequence from either category.
Another type of title sequences that are used is Titles on still images which are more elaborate than merely using white typeface on black backgrounds which include historically hand drawn boarders/images. This category also utilises transitions from one text to another along with visual images which may hint towards the tone/genre of the film that is being created. Along with the development of this type of titles, new ways for this to develop has been created such as making use of still images to create more of a specific type of impact, or make the credits longer introducing a wider cast/crew of people as well as more in the name of the studio or film maker there can be an increase in exposure. Studios have also come to accept and support more elaborate title sequences such as these type but it does require different types of media to create title sequences in such a way as it will be used to set the tone of film and it needs to hint at the genre/theme of the film to the audience in a subtle way without making it too obvious.
One example of the film which tries using this type of title sequence is Kyle's Cooper's Version for Wimbledon which makes use of a simple white typeface on black background but then changes from the typical titles on black screens to a still image of the sky which makes the white typeface standout more as it is complimented by the still image of the sky. This then shifts from that to picture of a crowd making reactions with each of the transitions of the film sequence which is very simple but at the same time very elaborate and subtle.
Title over Moving Images
In this particular film sequence uses credits of a film which, are combined along with moving images, for this type of film sequence sound may be included but this will often be a soundscape simply sound track without any dialogue. The moving images may often be a metaphor or a narrative thread which may help to introduce the tone or storyline of the film which audiences may typically want to see and hear so they can get a basic idea of what it is about.
An example of a film which may use this feature is the film Alfred Hitchoock's Rear Widow which is very creative and very elaborate. This film mainly utilises a red typeface which stands out on a moving city image as the background which creates a unique contrast as the city is roughly beige colour which can make the red typeface stand out. This is then emphasised with the outlining of the moving city.
Titles using Animation or Motion
This type of film sequence was introduced in the late 1990s which resulted in these so called animated title sequences more popular making audiences respond more. These titles are also part of moving images with images we see which make the title sequence more interesting as it is not simple and has been created in a unique way. This has involved lots of digital technology to get the title sequences as they are and to create a certain type of impact for the audience so it has to be styled and much time is spent when editing.
One example which does this is the James Bond Casino Royale, which includes moving images such as spades, hearts among other things which are connected with the casino theme but at the beginning red blood drips over the screen hinting at danger linking it to the James Bond motif. White text has also been used on their casino style moving background which is a white typeface.
Another example of this type of title sequences which uses animation or motion is Catch Me If You Can which uses both features in terms of including moving drawn stick figures with texts which are connected to creating the next part of the title sequence to create buildings for the stick figures which link fairly well with the moving images and makes excellent use of the black stick figures and the black text stand out with the use of nice vibrant colours for the background.
Two categories that are most important for us to look at for this coursework would be Titles over Moving Images and Titles using Animation or Motion because more audience these days respond more quickly to these two types of elaborate, creative sequences which show how much title and effort has gone into the creation of one title sequence from either category.
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