Opening titles to a movie should tell us more than simply the name of the flick. At best they should draw us in, set the scene, tantalize, wake us up, introduce us to a weird new world, make us laugh or failing all that - just simply entertain.
What makes a great opening title sequence? Well for me it's all about surprise. Sure, bold graphic design and impressive cinematography are important, but how the design and cinematography come together to create something that instantly sparks our imaginations is key. It needs great music, stunning typography, a bit of drama and all in all – some real style and substance. Here for you today are 10 of the very best
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SII-jhEd-a0&feature=related
Twin Peaks
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oDuGN6K3VQ
Once Upon A Time In The West
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bW-jSa9_k3M
Se7en
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-k2gsEI34CE
Catch Me If You Can
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaLDyrun_Cc&feature=fvwrel
The Fall
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhARR-zmTCE
Raging Bull
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXdvq1JZfWA
Goldfinger
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt2WlDM3tEA
Vertigo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qtDCZP4WrQ&feature=fvwrel
John Fountain is a freelance copywriter
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