Pitch for Film Opening Title Sequence

TEMPLATEYOU CAN USE MORE THAN ONE SLIDE FOR EACH SECTION!

Film synopsis/outline

• Need to include a synopsis of the (full) films narrative.

• Think about applying film narrative theory that we have looked at!

Outline of opening sequence

• How/what will you be establishing:• Narrative?• Character?• Atmosphere?• Genre/sub-genre? (it is important that you

demonstrate your understanding of the genre you are working in!)

YOU CAN USE MORE THAN ONE SLIDE FOR THIS SECTION!

Target Audience

• You must demonstrate that your film will have an audience.

• You must demonstrate an understanding of your target audience with reference to primary & secondary research that you have conducted.

• You must demonstrate how your film opening will target your audience, with examples.

Market Fit

• Here you have the opportunity to relate your film to successful existing films of a similar genre etc with a similar target audience.

• What will be your films USP? How will your film ‘stand out’ in the existing market?

ResourcesWhat will you need to successfully film your opening sequence?

• Locations?

• Props?

• Other elements of the mise en scene?

• Technical equipment?

Cast requirements

Shooting Schedule

• Estimate how long you will need to shoot your opening.

• Be realistic here! Think about the hours in a day – and fitting it around your other commitments eg college/jobs/drug abuse etc

(I will be giving you 9 days - 1 week + 1 weekend)