Title Research Are We Done Yet

On the website 'Watch the Titles', I watched the titles sequence to the movie "Are We There Yet?" While watching it, I noticed that there were nine main titles displayed, each with different sections. There was production studios, produced by, directed by, casting by, editors, music by, photography by, the title itself, and the production designing. No images were prioritized during this sequence but more of a animated version of the comedy behind the movie was displayed with a fixed background. The connotation giving during this title sequence is that the main character goes through a lot to try and fixed things himself and it doesn't always end too well. The strategy of comedy and cool animation ensure a appeal to the audience letting them know there will be lots of conflict yet laughter. The title sequence established an enigma because the audience will be curious as to why the character acts they way he do. The comedy genre is reinforced through the animation and the drama genre is reinforced through the dilemma displayed. Technology was used effectively because the titles didn't just pop up, they constructed and fixed by the main character of the movie. This was well thought of because the main action in the movie is the construction of a house.

Title Research Watch the Titles

On the website 'Watch the Titles' they have the openings of popular movies, TV shows, and video games. They do this to show the title sequences and the importance of how it is presented. The site is designed in a way where you can scroll and see plenty of titles from movies, shows, or games. It will give you an option of what type of type sequence you want, then list everything they have for your selection. It also tells us a quick summary of the film itself. Every title sequence you click on, it will automatically split into nine different boxes to show different titles of that movie. The dramatic effect of the way the titles were displayed really correlated with the mood of the title opening. I went on the site because I myself have a movie I have to film coming up. One of the requirements for my film is to insert the titles in the beginning or opening scene. By going on this site it will show me how to use my genre to appropriately insert my titles. What I learned on this site is that the lighting and sounds plays a major role in the opening sequence. I know the site was suppose to show how to make the title sequence look dramatic. However, the title sequence would not be as dramatic and effective if it didn't have the appropriate background music or sound. For example, if it was a horror movie title sequence, the sound in the background would be suspense or creepy music. Also the lighting would be dark or dull so that the audience can get a feeling of scariness from it. This showed me that not only do I need to have good inserts for my titles but also proper music and lighting of the titles.

Title Research Art of the Title

On the website 'Art of the Title' they have the openings of popular movies. They do this to show the title sequences and the importance of how it is presented. The site is designed in a way where you can scroll and see plenty of titles from movies of all genre. It also tells us the credits giving to the people for making the film. Every movie you click on, it will automatically split into nine different boxes to show different titles of that movie. The dramatic effect of the way the titles were displayed really correlated with the mood of the movie. I went on the site because I myself have a movie I have to film coming up. One of the requirements for my film is to insert the titles in the beginning or opening scene. By going on this site it will show me how to use my genre to appropriately insert my titles. What I learned on this site is that the lighting and sounds plays a major role in the opening sequence. I know the site was suppose to show how to make the title sequence look dramatic. However, the title sequence would not be as dramatic and effective if it didn't have the appropriate background music or sound. For example, if it was a horror movie title sequence, the sound in the background would be suspense or creepy music. Also the lighting would be dark or dull so that the audience can get a feeling of scariness from it. This showed me that not only do I need to have good inserts for my titles but also proper music and lighting of the titles.

Two Different Genre Research

The genre of horror is very essential of the movie business. It consists of 5 elements: imagination, suspense, fear, foreshadowing, and mystery. Suspense is what's known to be the most important aspect of a horror movie. Some horror movies use make-up and costumes to disguise as the monster and wicked creature. However, this is only for the bad creatures, the normal or regular people are usually natural with look and casual clothes. The lighting on most horror movies are very dark to create more suspense so that you don't know what's about to happen or pop out. The acting of the characters consists of acting scared to death. I say to death because a lot of horror movies usually end in death or is threatened by death. Main props I see used in horror movies is blood and knives. Blood is believe to do the most essential prop of course. Sound in horror movies includes suspense music that will usually indicate that something big is coming or about to happen. The movie will usually go from being very quiet to very loud. The setting my take place at a grave sight, at home, in the woods, or in abandoned buildings. Camera angles and shots are almost always close-up to medium because film making wants everyone to see the horror up close in person so that the audience may be scared. Zoom is t, he most common camera movement used in horror film because it creates a dramatic affect that creates suspense and fear. One thing I like about horror movies is the sound of the suspense music when you can tell something is about to happen. However, one thing I do not like the scary parts itself because they other give me nightmares. Examples of horror movies include: The Conjuring, Anabelle, It, It Follows, and Don't Breathe.
Another cool genre used a lot in film is fantasy. My personal favorite fantasy movie is Jumanji. Fantasy films often have an element of magic, myth, wonder, escapism, and the extraordinary. Many fantasy movies used make-up and costumes to cast the look of another person. A person of unreal character. The lighting in most fantasy movies are usually very bright and takes place in a bright setting. The setting is almost always outside. The acting of the characters are jolly and extraordinary. Main props used in fantasy movies include magic and supernatural powers. The sounds in these types of movies can range from upbeat music to non-diegetic sound. Depending on what is going on at the time, the sound and music will vary. Camera angles and shots ranges from extreme close-up to long and wide shots to show plot and setting. Zoom, pan, tilt, and tracking shot are common in fantasy movies. My favorite thing about fantasy movies is that even though in the movie the people may have supernatural powers, it shows how people can be just as brace and strong in real life. That you don't need a cape and super powers to be a hero make a impact. However, one thing I do not like is that sometimes the fantasy movies can be corny while trying to be funny. Example of fantasy movies include: Malficent, Avengers, The Hobbit, and Jumanji.

Genre Research Coach Carter

Like our movie Love and Basketball, the movie Coach Carter is very similar. They both share the element of sport and drama.The elements of this movie consisted of skilled work, conditioning, strength, regeneration, and optimistic ending. This movie was about a former player (older guy) returns to his old high school to coach the boys basketball team. He is different than most coaches though because he was very concern with the team grades and classwork just as much as the sport of basketball. Therefore, he took more disciplinary actions with the players that many people criticized but ended up teaching the kids a valuable lesson. The camera angles  in the movie ranged from eye level to low level. Low level was more used to get close ups in the basketball game and eye level was more used fro dialogue in the movie. The movie movement mostly consists of pan and tracking shot for the training and high school games of the team. The shots would sometimes be close-up but to view the gym, it would have to be a long and wide shot. Sounds in the movie was diegetic sound because it was sounds you can actually hear. For example, the basketball dribbling, the crowd going wild, and the whistles blowing. The other sounds included that of dialogue or conversation. Costumes included jerseys for the games and casual clothes, nothing formal. Not much make-up is shown or included in this movie, it has more of an natural look for the characters. The setting usually took place in a gym rather it was for training or the actual game. Also took place in the classroom to focus on grades.  The main prop and object of the whole movie was the basketball of course.Te acting varied. The coach acted more like a parent than a coach and the bystanders acted upset with the decisions of the coach. The lighting of the movie was usually dull because its a older movie and a movie that talked about hard times.

Genre Research Uncle Drew

Like our movie Love and Basketball, the movie Uncle Drew is very similar. They both share the same genre of sports. The elements involved in this movie includes competition modes, victory and loss conditions, player roles, and setting. The movie is about the old age school of basketball schooling the new age school of basketball through street ball. A lot of young player now and days think they know everything and figure that the game originated from the older players. The camera angles  in the movie ranged from eye level to low level. Low level was more used to get close ups in the basketball game and eye level was more used for dialogue in the movie. The movie movement mostly consists of pan and tracking shot for the training and NBA games of the main character. The shots would sometimes be close-up but to view the outside court game, it would have to be a long and wide shot. Sounds in the movie was diegetic sound because it was sounds you can actually hear. For example, the basketball dribbling, the crowd going wild, and the whistles blowing. The other sounds included that of dialogue or conversation. Costumes included jerseys for the games and casual clothes, nothing formal. Make-up was very essential to this movie. The movie included many different NBA all-star that put on make-up to disguise as old people. It helped with the overall message that older people can still hoop too. The setting usually took place in a a van for most of the traveling and on the outside court. The main prop and object of the whole movie was the basketball of course. The acting differed with the actors. The old people were very manipulative because they would act like they can't play so that people would judge them and want to take advantage of them. When they did, they would pull of their craziest stunts and win the game. Other actors in the movie were very judgmental of the older players and almost always doubted them because they were old. Until, the older crew taught them a lesson. The lighting of the movie was both dull and bright. Sometimes the tournaments would take place during the day time, and sometimes at night.

What we decided to do..

So me and my partner decided to do the genre of sports and drama. We decided to do this because we figured that a lot of people were going to do horror  or action and we wanted to be different. Plus we both have a big love for sports and the message behind a lot of sports movies. The message is usually about loyalty, hard-work, and dedication to being the best while also overcoming personal life issues. Also the film we decided to go with as a very known and popular movie by not just athletes but people in general. This film later on gained 12 different awards with 15 different nominations. So it is very liked by others and us which made think that this movie was for sure the winner.