American University Title Sequence Analysis for the Movie Skyfall Essay

Video: Saul Bass Turns 100 (The Criterion Channel, 2020)

For this assignment, select a title sequence from a film or television series by a designer other than Saul Bass. Post a link to the title sequence identifying the designer, title and year the film or television series was produced.

Using the design terms from the class readings and lectures, write an analysis (300 words minimum) of the title sequence describing how the design sets the stage for the film or television series and represents its narrative, tone, themes, visual motifs and characters.

The bulk of your essay should focus on the visual analysis of the sequence rather than reiterating the plot of the film or biography of the designer. (Include a spoiler warning if you get into details of the plot beyond the premise).

Be sure to proof your assignment to ensure proper grammar and spelling prior to posting. Attach a bibliography in MLA format listing any resources beyond the textbook used for this assignment.

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Select a designer other than Sual Bass to choose the title sequence from a movie or TV series. You need to provide links to the designer, the title of the movie or TV series, or the year.

You must analyze the sequence of headings using the design terms in the reading. Most of the content should focus on visual analysis rather than plot. Attached is a bibliography in MLA format

You can refer to some of the technical terms in this section, or belong to those you know.