Title Sequence Analysis:
The title sequence of a film is arguably one of the most important parts of bringing the entire film together. The actions and images displayed in the title sequence of WarriorRoad succeed in varying camera angles as well as setting the scene. The fast paced and varied shots of the car foreshadow the fast paced lifestyle of the main characters. However, the title sequence does get quite lengthy, and the audience may become bored before the end comes. The typeface for the poem is effective, and gives off a feeling of nostalgia and romanticism. The upbeat music is exciting, but I feel as though the whole theme would have been more well put together if we could hear the noises given off by the boys and the car. This sequence is similar to the one at the start of The Shining, with similar shots (the car and the long winding road) but very different music.
Analysis of a Scene That Is Well Directed:
The "father's suicide" scene is extremely powerful, for multiple reasons. First off, the unique bird's eye view shot slowly retreating from the empty congregation creates a very suspenseful and gloomy atmosphere. The way that the scene was used as a flashback helps the audience to truly empathize with Joseph, and show them that the events of his father's death are still fresh on his mind. The lyrics of the song playing in the background of the scene, "black is a color", repeated over and over, just adds to the somber feeling of the whole scene. The suspense is continually built until, finally, the gunshot is heard and the scene rapidly changes.
Editing the Film:
The scene in most need of improvement through editing is the fight scene between the main characters and the young men that they meet at the beach. The music in this scene needs to be drastically different. The current music creates a feeling that what is happening is noble and creates a strong contrast with the events visible onscreen. I feel as though a higher energy song, like rock and roll or metal. Also, the lack of the sounds of the punches landing or any impact whatsoever takes away from the overall impact of the scene. It almost feels as though the fight is more of a dream than a real encounter. Also, this scene could have been improved by taking away some of the close up shots of the fight and adding in more shots showing the whole scene.
Turn It Into A Blockbuster Film:
If I was a Hollywood producer with the capability to alter the film to create appeal to wider audiences, I would make the story of the three black robbers a larger aspect of the plot. Instead of the vague and wandering plot that is evident in the movie as is, I would make the end goal more obvious. Personally, I found the story of the robbers intriguing, and was disappointed that it was not explained in more detail. As for the movie poster, I would make it just a close up photo of Joseph, with Alan and Howard standing with the Cutlass in the background. One of them could be holding a cigarette or a joint, or perhaps a gun, to add to the characters. I think the current typeface suits the film well, and I would just have the title at the bottom of the poster.
The title sequence of a film is arguably one of the most important parts of bringing the entire film together. The actions and images displayed in the title sequence of Warrior Road succeed in varying camera angles as well as setting the scene. The fast paced and varied shots of the car foreshadow the fast paced lifestyle of the main characters. However, the title sequence does get quite lengthy, and the audience may become bored before the end comes. The typeface for the poem is effective, and gives off a feeling of nostalgia and romanticism. The upbeat music is exciting, but I feel as though the whole theme would have been more well put together if we could hear the noises given off by the boys and the car. This sequence is similar to the one at the start of The Shining, with similar shots (the car and the long winding road) but very different music.
Analysis of a Scene That Is Well Directed:
The "father's suicide" scene is extremely powerful, for multiple reasons. First off, the unique bird's eye view shot slowly retreating from the empty congregation creates a very suspenseful and gloomy atmosphere. The way that the scene was used as a flashback helps the audience to truly empathize with Joseph, and show them that the events of his father's death are still fresh on his mind. The lyrics of the song playing in the background of the scene, "black is a color", repeated over and over, just adds to the somber feeling of the whole scene. The suspense is continually built until, finally, the gunshot is heard and the scene rapidly changes.
Editing the Film:
The scene in most need of improvement through editing is the fight scene between the main characters and the young men that they meet at the beach. The music in this scene needs to be drastically different. The current music creates a feeling that what is happening is noble and creates a strong contrast with the events visible onscreen. I feel as though a higher energy song, like rock and roll or metal. Also, the lack of the sounds of the punches landing or any impact whatsoever takes away from the overall impact of the scene. It almost feels as though the fight is more of a dream than a real encounter. Also, this scene could have been improved by taking away some of the close up shots of the fight and adding in more shots showing the whole scene.
Turn It Into A Blockbuster Film:
If I was a Hollywood producer with the capability to alter the film to create appeal to wider audiences, I would make the story of the three black robbers a larger aspect of the plot. Instead of the vague and wandering plot that is evident in the movie as is, I would make the end goal more obvious. Personally, I found the story of the robbers intriguing, and was disappointed that it was not explained in more detail. As for the movie poster, I would make it just a close up photo of Joseph, with Alan and Howard standing with the Cutlass in the background. One of them could be holding a cigarette or a joint, or perhaps a gun, to add to the characters. I think the current typeface suits the film well, and I would just have the title at the bottom of the poster.