BBFC CLASSIFICATIONS

The British Board of Film Classification have a number of age restrictions on films - particularly horror films as they include sensitive issues like violence, bad language and nudity/sex.

Most horror films are classified as 18 as that means the audience will all be adults therefore they will not be offended by any material used in the horror movie.

I think our group will use this certification as it gives us free reign over what content we choose to show as we may be using blood/gore and maybe nudity for our opening. 

AUDIENCE PROFILE

Our chosen demographic is 18-24 year olds as they our the age range which seem to enjoy horror movies most as they are old enough to be exposed to sensitive areas like blood and violence but also young enough to enjoy the adrenaline rush of jump-cares and the shock value in horror movies.

We want to aim our our horror opening at more "film buffs" who are quite sophisticated as they would enjoy the psychological sub-genre of our opening more. Therefore our film would be aimed at 18-24 year old film fans who would be more likely to go see independent horror movies like ours.

PRODUCTION LOGO

Our Production Company

After researching into production companies which have produced films similar to ours I have found that most of them are "Hollywood blockbuster" companies which doesn't match the style of our small, independent horror film opening

Se7en (a psychological horror) was produced by New Line Cinema.

Therefore we have decided to make our own production company with a logo 
 

We recorded this very short video and converted it into a GIF. We are going to use this for our production logo and add electric effect with sound.

TITLE SEQUENCE TIMELINE

 

 

 

 

 

PURPOSE OF A TITLE SEQUENCE

The purpose of a title sequence is to create an atmosphere and set the tone for the next 2 hours. It can also be used to foreshadow the narrative and suggest some of the themes which will be explored throughout the film. Title sequence give away the genre of the film and sometimes effortlessly kick starting the narrative start away..
 

It also gives the directors an opportunity to show off their masterpiece and introduce the cast and stars that play a significant part in it.

KYLE COOPER

According to Kyle Cooper a good title the sequence should consist of the following..

• typography in service of the story
• should be a story in itself
• title sequence should be presented as a metaphor for the film

Cooper studies the microscopic images of cells, teeth, bones, and skin. The micro details in the images help convey the story and create an atmosphere for the rest of the film as its something interesting and usual.

CLASSIC HORROR DIRECTORS

Alfred Hitchcock - The master of suspense 

Many believe that Alfred Hitchcock films are at the top of the 'best movies ever made' list, may it be of the horror genre or any other. Hitchcock takes in our worst fears and turns them into something which feels realer than a movie should. The 'villains' or 'antagonists' are believable and feel like they could really exist in parts of everyday life e.g. a creepy next door neighbours. Suspense thrillers like 'Psycho' 'Rear Window' and 'Vertigo' prove its possible to scare just through anticipation and mental disintegration built up through music, off kilter camera angles and playful misdirection.

James Whale - Gothic horror

James Whale was recognised for his work on 'Frankenstein' notable for its sympathetic presentation of the monster and elements of German expressionism to 'The invisible man' and 'The bride of Frankenstein' recognised for the humour in horror.

Eli Roth



Eli Roth is an american director, producer, writer and actor. He is known for directing the sequel of 'Hostel' (2006, 2007) The genre of horror includes explicitly violent and bloody films.