Title Research: Dark

-How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?
There are 18 titles in this opening sequence.
-What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
There are prominent images of eyes, trees, and weapons.
-What connotations do the images carry?
The connotations of these images shown definitely carry a scary connotation for the audience.
-How is the genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?
The genre is reinforced because it has many of the typical conventions such as a thrilling mood for for audience, mostly dark opening sequence, and also a mysterious mood.
-How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?
This film establishes an enigma by using somewhat confusing images in the opening sequence. They are puzzling because you can't quite figure out what they are or what they mean.
-What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?
They use puzzling yet interesting images that would appeal to the viewers of this movie. This also draws in the viewing and makes them want to continue watching the film.
-How has technology been used effectively?
The editing of this opening sequence plays a major part in how the audience views it. Many of the images are mirrored and many of the images look like ink blots which is also interesting for the audience. So, the technology used to edit this is involved, most likely some sort of computer. Also, machines used for lighting are also important technology because the darkness was a major part of the mood created.