2. Comparing A Trailer To An Opening Sequence

Trailers

Film makers use this short amount of time to hook the audience into watching the film. Trailers normally consist of a montage of shot to display the conventions and highlights of the film. A trailer is great way to give a brief summery on the plot and attract the audience they are targeting. Main Characters are often introduced in a way the audience could grow a liking to them, ensuring they come and watch the film.

Opening Sequences

Opening sequences differ due to the opening sequence not giving much away about the film. The opening sequence often contains establishing shots and voice overs. The opening often builds a certain amount of atmosphere and tension this ensures the audience is hooked into watching the film from the beginning.