Analysis of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of

Shadows Opening Titles

0.02• This is an establishing shot• It starts with an introduction of the character ‘Sherlock’• He puts his hat on with style, showing elegance and skill• This hints into the type of character he is, possible showing arrogance

0.24• We are now introduced to Watson• Having the two characters in the same shot shows how close a

connection they have

0.31• This frame tells us the history of Sherlock Holmes. This is unrelated to

the storyline, however it helps the audience know about the character.

0.39• This use of the paper background tells the viewer that it is set in the

past• The font also helps distinguish this• The shots use events that have happened earlier in the movie

1.16• The use of having one actor in each frame, tells the audience each

individual actor• Each shot is taken from a live shot in the sequence

1.54• The gun being used tells us of the type of story this film will be

(Action)• The music gradually gets faster, building the suspense

2.07• The tempo of the music is very quick, keeping the opening very

interesting• The change in shots are also very fast holding the attention of the

audience