Video 1 Analysis (150 Words) - "30 Days Of Night"

As shown above is the opening sequence of my first movie example, named "30 Days Of Night".

Analysis - HORROR

1) SOUND - The sound within the extract shown is presented in a very dark, subtle way however, still deems very effective. The slow echoing affect created creates a high level of suspense towards the viewers. The extract uses a mixture of ambient and non dieagetic score withing the first 2 minutes of the clip.

2) MISE-EN-SCENE - The ultimate location used withing the movies intro is Alaska. The freezing temperatures are shown through the characters clothing - in this case, thick padded and fur coated jackets. This is shown clearly throughout the extract and is something I may need to consider for my own movie opening.

3) EDITING - The movies production company, distributors, producers..etc are all shown before the movie begins. This is a very original, however striking way for the viewers to evaluate what sort of movie this is. The text is slowly faded in and out with the combination of non - dieagetic score along side to give the horrifying and en-easy affect towards the viewers - a typical convention of a horror movie.

4) CAMERA - Throughout the extract, they have use alot of extreme long shots (establishing shots) to set the scene for the viewers. This is proven very effactive for this movie in particular as the film itself is filmed in a very distinct and unique place- Alaska. This may be something I will need to consider for my own horror/ thriller movie.