Group 10- Opening sequence – narrative

How is the narrative organised and structured?

It is in chronological order, however at times there will be aspects used such as cross cutting to establish two lines of dialogue, as well as jump cuts to fast forward into another situation in the narrative.

How is the audience positioned in relation to the narrative?

• The audience are positioned in a perspective which overlooks the narrative of the film opening, however through the use of aspects such as POV shots incorporated within it, they are made to feel part of the action.
• At times there is a restricted view in order to create a mysterious presence when the focus is around the serial killer.

What techniques of identification and alienation are employed?

The dark and eerie colors of the protagonist help to reflect the negative representation of the serial killer, however the natural colors rather than drained help to reflect the good of the policemen.

No dialogue of the serial killer helps to enforce a eerie and mysterious character and to show he is not natural.

What are the major themes in the narrative?

• Evil
• murder
• darkness
• eeriness 

How is tension created and maintained?

• Through fast paced editing during tense situations
• Through fast paced music, however it is low pitched to create darkness
• When the serial killer is shown, no dialogue helps the audience to concentrate more, therefore reckoning visual importance
• Low key lighting in order to create over expressionistic atmosphere