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Film Opening Research #2: Boss Baby (2017)

Film: Boss Baby How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film? There are two: the distribution company, 20th Century Fox, and the production company Dream Works Animation. The names of the main actors are then shown in a playful and colorful font. At the end of the opening scenes the title "Boss Baby" is shown after zooming out of a distinct "office" of management babies.  What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? There are several opening sequences. The first sequence develops the theme of creativity and imagination of Timmy. It sets the scene and dynamic of the three Templetons. The first image zooms in to a vibrant animated forest in Congo. Timmy is shown as a courageous traveler fighting off predators. He takes down a gorilla with glasses, but then his mom interrupts. In reality, he was playing with his father in the backyard. The imaginative location is all created by Timmy's mind. Other situations connect reali

Film Opening Research #1- Love Actually (2003)

Film: Love Actually How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?  There are three: the distribution company, Universal, the production company, Working Title, and the association company, Studio Canal. The film opening only tributes the film to these three companies to make sure the audience pays attention to the opening message and narration. At the end of the opening the words "love actually is all around", and emphasizes the word "is" in red. Then, the words "love actually" remain, with a red coloration of the word "love" to develop the general theme of love. What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? The opening sequence includes medium shots of families reconnecting in the Heathrow Airport. There is a blurry disposition to show the vast numbers of people. The demographics of the different people are diverse and unique to the other. Hugs, kisses, and smiles are exchanged between family members and