Narrative Structure

For this task, I looked at 2 films that I have watched, and analysed the structure of the narrative, focusing on what is disclosed to you in the opening sequence. You can see this research in a mind map I made.

Learning comment

I have learnt that in an opening sequence, it is important to show, or hint at, what the disruption of the equilibrium is, as that sets the tone for the rest of the film, and keeps the narrative fast passed. It is also important to show a very obvious and clear equilibrium as it exaggerates the disruption. Showing binary opposites are a clever way of giving away parts of the narrative without obviously saying it, which keeps the target audience (of teenagers) engaged as it doesn't make them feel patronised as it gives them something to look out for.