Title Research: Daredevil

This film is from the website Watch The Titles! This film is based on a Marvel Comic and was produced in 2003. This film is part of the action genre. What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? The first titles are of the author studio and the production studio. Then the names of various actors appears before the final film title ends the opening sequences. The film uses skyscrapers and lit up windows to form titles and show transitions. What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? The only image included in the opening sequence is of large building and skyscrapers that move and form words. What connotations do these images carry? The lighting is dark and the images are crowded suggesting concealment and mystery. The city landscape suggests a modern twist and the names in the title suggest a superhero style action film. How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset? This opening sequence changes the scenes of the building and angles often. This suggest movement in perspective. Almost like someone running from building to building. This movement creates a feeling of sharpness and agility. The dark city landscape, which is common in action films particularly in the superhero genre, also suggests action. What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience? The opening sequences uses big names in Hollywood like Ben Affleck to attract attention. The well done animation creates a sense of quality and the violent movement of the scene suggests changing perspectives. These elements are combined to attract attention. How has technology been used effectively? You want to consider camera angles, transitions and editing techniques. The animation is well drawn. There is a heavy use of fade for transitions. Zoom is also prevalent.