5)What makes a good title sequence according to Kyle Cooper?

Kyle Cooper’s a designer of motion pictures of title sequences and through his profession he has been able to transform title sequences into an art form as it has become something more than just credits rolling on a screen. He believes that the most effective title sequence include visual aid with additional sound effects which consequently sets the mood and atmosphere. The title sequence sets an expectation as it allows you to forget about everything else around you as the audiences get excited as they begin to settle down, ready for the film.

Other than visuals and sounds, the font type used in the sequence is an important factor because it enhances the viewer’s experience, the tone of the movie as well as their emotions as it can be used as a pun. For example, Kyle Cooper used a handwriting font for the credits, which impacted the viewing experience because it was as if the man was writing in his journal which contrasted with the flashing lights.  The technique of including no dialogue allows the audience to be more fearful and intrigued, which was his intention during the film ‘Se7en’ because it was linked to the sinister, horror atmosphere. Some openings can be very disturbing giving the audience a glimpse of the worse possible scenarios within the movie. The title sequence Se7en focused on a suspected psychopath’s hand movements and gestures without being able to see his face, subsequently causing the audience to feel uneasy as the killer is unknown.

The title sequence from the movie ‘The Dead Zone’(1983 by David Cronenberg) made an impression on Kyle Cooper as it emphasised obsession which is one of the many reason why Cooper enjoys observing and focusing on detail.

Overall, I think that Kyle Cooper is an amazing opening credits designer; as he immediately acquires the audience’s attention resulting in them instantly understanding the film’s genre’ which is a main purpose of a title sequence. Over movies over than Se7en which he has designed include; Dawn of the Dead, Spiderman 2& 3, Ironman and Superman returns.