Change of initial Idea. New Idea.

Our initial idea was based on Domestic Violence. However, I decided to change this idea and create an opening sequence based on 'Honour Killing'. This idea was inspired by the 'Riaz Family Tragedy'.

My narrative will be viewed in Flashback form, and from an omniceint narrative, this will not be told from anyone's piont of view.

The Theme is - 'Honour Killing'.
The Genre is - Family Drama.
Characters - Male and female (Husband and Wife) - these are the main/central characters, there will also be three children and another male character.
Location - A House and Streets.
Enigmas - Various enigmas will rise throughout the opening sequence as it will portray a traumatic, yet true family tale.
Music - The type of music we wish to play over the sequence is something upbeat, reflective music, this is to reflect the anger of the central character and clearly show the viewer of the state of mind he is in, this sould be very edgy music. However at the beginning of thesequence we might have upbeat music but towadrs the end we could possibly use something very calm, depressing and slow like the sound of violins or the piano.
The lighting will be dim and the majority of the shots will be taken in the evening and inside the house.

Music possibilities for sequence.

In relation to our theme and chosen genre we decided to mirror the theme by listening and using slow, depressing music, that empowers feeling and emotion reflecting the state of mind the central character is in as inspiration. Songs that inspired us are as follows: 

• Evanescence- My immortal. This inspires us because of the slow music and lonesome atmosphere. The lighting in the video played a big impact on inspiring us as the use of black and white connotates the realism of life and that without happiness there is no colour in life.  
• Jon Young & J Cash - Can't make you love me. This track is inspiring because of the words and background music, it clearly reflects love and emotion. It endorses the viewer into listening to the meaning behind the words. 
• Britney Spears - Every time. This inspired us because the video shows the high class life of the celebrity but contradicts to the music as it is soft and very slow which shows that despite having everything she is still an incredibly lonely person.
• Kelly Clarkson - Because of you. This track thoroughly suits our chosen theme as it is portrays domestic violence and the effects it has on people. The music is slow and depressing however the lighting it natural, this suggests that there could be hope for everything to get better.
• Avril Lavigne - When you' re gone. This track is about loneliness and isolation. The lighting is very dark and dreary. Also, the fact that she has isolated herself from everything, in a big dark room, helps enforce the theme of loneliness. 
• Kelly Rowland - Stole. This track is about violence and bullying which ties in with our theme of Domestic Violence. The music is soft and slow reminiscent type of music and the lighting is natural because it reflects that violence is everywhere and you can't escape it.
• Delta Goodrem - Lost without you. The lighting in this video is quite dark, yet the music has a beat to it, but the words show the emotional side of the track.
• Natalie Imbruglia - Torn. This track also emphasizes on the theme of domestic violence, it is set in a house, using natural lighting.

Expectations from our genre.

The audience expects a hook in the opening sequence of our chosen genre, something that will keep them hooked into the sequence. They will expect action and enigmas.

Some people might want to be able to relate to the genre.

We will achieve this by making the sequence appear realistic not too dramatic so it appears fake. Also we can achieve this by creating situations in which enigmas rise and having enough action.

Target Audience First Idea

For our project the age range for our target audience varies from fifteen upwards, any age below would be unsuitable because of the violence contained. The opening sequence is suitable for both male and female viewers. The opening sequence for the film is focusing on a relationship drama that goes from good to bad, from bad to worse; which eventually ends tragically. The target audience is anyone who likes relationship drama however some people who don't normally watch this sort of genre may. It is based on domestic violence, which some viewers may find appealing or not!!!

Definition of opening sequence

The opening sequence of a film ticks many boxes, it helps to establish time and place usually with establishing shots and sometimes with narrative devices such as 'voice over'. An opening sequence introduces the characters and genre of the film, it sets up enigmas to keep the audience 'hooked' so they watch the rest of the film. 

Plot Overview.

Plot overview.

• Start - Central character holding a gun-Shaking/ trembling.
• Shot of male character lying dead on the floor. Location - Forest/park. lighting-Natural, dark, late in the evening.
• Flashback to bedroom.
• Female character looking at picture frames, then suddenly goes psycho - throws everything and trashes the room. Dim, dark lighting. Location - Bedroom.
• Flashback into a park.
• Child running around, all characters together, portraying a happy family. Location-park. Lighting-Natural, daylight.
• Flashback.
• Flashback of female character crying, doing the housework, crying, then she approaches the mirror and touches her face. (Extreme Close-up shot) Location - house- kitchen. Lighting - Natural, daylight.
• Flashback.
• Flashback of her remembering how it happened. Location -Bedroom. Lighting - Dim.
• Finally, it flashes back to her holding the gun. she says "Self-defense is not murder." Here she is very upset and it is visible. Location - Forest. Lighting - Dark- evening time.
• Fade out, finish.

Initial Idea.

As a team we have decided to base our opening sequence on the theme of Domestic Violence. The genre will be Relationship Drama. In this we will be including flashbacks and will be portraying the central character as an emotional wreck. Also, the use of slow, depressing music will enhance the theme and will make it more effective. The use of dim, natural lighting will also create a strong impact as it will make the sequence look more empowering. With limited characters and not many different locations the sequence will reflect the theme thoroughly.