Film opening analysis

The film i analysed was Kidulthood.


Overall the opening to this film was a 5 minute scene in a school playground. The first part of the opening was the idents for the film companies, which in this opening there where quite alot of. Revolver, Hanway films, Stealth films and Cipher films all featured. There are alot of characters introduced in this opening sequence. Some of who are obviously antagonists and some who are victims. However you don't get an idea of the main protagonist in this scene. The setting of the scene is first set by football being kicked around which gives the idea that it is in a school. Another thing is most of the characters are in uniform which is an obvious indication of where they are. Also in the opening there the camera switches between the school yard and a boy using a drill. This builds tension and indicates that the boy is doing something suspect. Another aspect that build tension is the soundtrack which is tense and helps build the atmosphere. The obvious target audience is probably around 15-18 as that is around the age of the actors involved which also make the film relatable. To conclude this analysis the opening scene gives a good idea of the roles alot of the characters play in the film and helps build an uneasy atmosphere to make you want to watch more.