Monday, 21 March 2011

Analysis of Opening Sequence of Se7en

Micro-elements:
(Denotation and Connotation)
Weather is raining constantly - makes the viewer feel like the film is going to be depressive, dark and gloomy throughout.

Brad Pitt has tie's already hung up for him on coat hanger - shows that he's lazy.

Morgan Freeman has everything lined up, ready for the day - show's he's organised and possibly has a touch of OCD, which he then brings into his job, e.g. tools in the back of the car are organised.

Written Language:
When the first murder has been committed the world "Gluttony" is written on the wall, showing that the murderer is leaving a clue to the crimes he is going to commit - the seven deadly sins.

In the opening credits there is a huge amount of written language, comprising of newspaper clippings etc. These give the beginning of the film a mysterious feel and keep the audience hooked as they want to know more about the murderer.

"Se7en"

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