Film Opening Brainstorming

 After we finished researching conventions in action/adventure films and common patterns seen in these films, it was time to begin brainstorming on our introduction to the film.

    The opening scene of any movie is extremely important for the story, as well as grabbing the audiences attention, especially in an action film. Starting a movie with a bang and immediately shocking the audience can dictate their reactions for the rest of the film. That is why it is crucial for us to plan ahead, and take inspiration from popular action films.

    The main film I used as inspiration was John wick, specifically John Wick 3. I think the way they started the film is perfect, as it grabs the audiences attention, and leaves them wondering what will happen next. It is important that we don't immediately reveal to much information, as it doesn't give the viewers time to think for themselves, and ponder at what could come next. 

    I have always enjoyed when a villain or enemy is introduced almost immediately. Although John Wick 3 did not do this, it is common for film makers to immediately introduce the antagonist, as they are often the most intriguing characters. I think doing this would be extremely beneficial for us, as we are only making the introduction and not the entire film. Not being able to show an entire film can prove to be difficult, as it is very difficult to reveal an entire story in the first two minutes, which is why we will introduce the antagonist immediately.

    Considering it just the two of us, and not entire production company, we will need to use as little props as possible, to fit our budget. Creating a villain that is mysterious, and not revealing his identity entirely, would be an easy way to limit our spending's for the film. While not revealing the antagonist entirely may limit our story and creativity, I think with the right lines and camera angles, we can make the most out of the situation.

Here is a list of a couple other ideas my group came up with:

- Multiple antagonists instead of just one

- victims being revealed to audience

- a meeting between the hero and villain

    Our group wants to establish as many characters as we can, with out cramming in to much information. While it may difficult, we want to immediately introduce the characters, as well as their motives, to further show the story.