Film Opening Research #1 -Iron Man

 

How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?

There is only one title showing the location where the scene is taking place in the beginning of the scene.

 

What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?

The images of the desert are prioritized to emphasize the location as well as Tony Stark and some of the soldiers laughing right before the convoy is ambushed.

 

What connotations do the images carry?

The desert carries an eerie feeling, almost like the audience expect something to happen to the convoy carrying Tony Stark.

 

How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?

The genre is reinforced throughout the ambush in the middle of the opening scene. This part of the opening scene conveys action through the camera moving spontaneously and the sounds of explosions and gunfire.

 

How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?

This film establishes an enigma through the use of camera angles and to get the audience to enjoy it.

 

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

The opening scene uses audio and visual effects for example, violence, gunfire, and explosions to target the audience

 

How has technology been used effectively? 

Technology has been used effectively by providing props and visual effects, an example of this is when Tony Stark's chest begins to bleed after being struck by shrapnel from his own weapon.