analysis of children's film opening.

chosen genre: Fantasy and Adventure.
chosen film opening title sequence: Toy Story 1

the generic conventions of a fantasy film include
-talking animals
-magical powers
- often set in a medievil universe
- mythical beings
- time travel
- beings from other planets
- fantasy creatures (unicorns and trolls)
- a fantasy language spoken by the characters
- magic or impossible strategies
there are three types of fantasy,
-high fantasy
-game fantasy
- historical fantasy

the generic conventions of adventure films include:
-exciting stories
- new experiences
- exotic locales

The generic conventions of fantasy and adventure used in Toy Story 1 include:
- Toys which can talk and have human characteristics
- the toys go on an emotional and physical journey
- the film features new experiences, such as when the toys venture out of the house for the first time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nktZo3wqiY

Analysis of Toy Story One opening sequence:
Sound:  the non-diegetic soundtrack to the scene is friendly and upbeat, creating a warming atmosphere.
Camera Work: hand-held camera work is being used which makes the clip more exciting and lively.
Editing: the continuity editing with simple cuts for transitions creates a good flow of clips.
Mise-en-Scene: the characters do not wear costumes as such, however some them wear appropriate atire to their characters.