Mise-en-scene conveyed a transaction (suitcase) being held between a mysterious business man, wearing a suit and casual-clothed woman. Use of smartphones and telephones reveal that shared knowledge of the transaction is limited as well as the unknown identity of a 'middle man'.
Non-diegetic sounds (static shocks, etc.) were timed correctly with the title sequence to create plenty of tension to the film's 'shady' theme. However, I think this film missed out on lack of diegetic sound. Though this was clearly filmed in inner-city London, I didn't feel engaged with the setting.
There wasn't much special about camera, a variety of shots were used to add variation as well as highlight the opening's setting. However, there were two separate long shots of a narrow alley. I think this group may have been rewarded more marks if they were to add dolly-movement; a bit too basic.
Editing was my favourite thing about this film. The title sequence looked bold and sophisticated, matching the characteristics of the male man wearing the suit.
Overall, I feel like this film opening has showed me how simple our opening can be depending on the amount of SFX we use. Though I tend to chose quality, not quantity. It might prove more rewarding if we were to use as much SFX as possible.
First person shot - highlight inner city London
Title sequence - non-diegetic sound (static) was used to
create tension.
Over the head shot - enforces the variation of
camera shots used.
Title - Inside
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