Rango Title Sequence
Rango is one of those movies that didn’t get a ton of attention. I saw it in the theaters and absolutely loved its animation style. The creatures looks so life-like, yet so out-of-this world. It was almost as if Toy Story had a baby with Nightmare Before Christmas.
I really enjoyed the title sequence of this film, because it almost downplays how incredibly intricate the animation is during the actual film. Once it’s complete, the viewer is almost taken aback by how high-def and incredible the film is.
I like that the title sequence uses layers within the same color-family to add depth to the story, and each character represented has a different color association. If you watch the entire film, and then watch the title sequence, you’ll see that the titles also play out much of the story in just a few minutes. Of course, it is only foreshadowing if you haven’t seen the movie before.
The Back-up Plan Title Sequence
I haven’t seen The Back-up Plan (nor do I even intend to). I can’t watch a J. Lo movie without rolling my eyes. But the title sequence, from an art perspective only, was quite interesting. I liked the use of colors. You knew immediately that you were about to watch a chick flick. I did think it was a bit drawn out. How many times can we see a play on her thinking about babies. And the couple that were toasting beers that turned into baby bottles? That is just gross.
The storyline of the title sequence made me not like the character immediately. I realize that the movie is about the main character wanting to get pregnant, but the title sequence didn’t show that she also had other interests. Made her seem incredibly shallow before the movie even began.
Wimbledon Title Sequence
I am embarassed to say that I actually like this movie (or did when I was 16?). I can’t decide if I like that the initial title sequence forces the viewer to shift their eyes back and forth. Yes, it’s a play on watching a tennis match, but my eyes began to strain after a while. They also used Helvetica, which I think is a safe choice. From watching the movie, I don’t think it’s a “Helvetica” kind of film. Also when the movie title “Wimbledon” shrinks into obscurity, it comes off as kind of cheese ball.
I do like the heads moving back and forth with the ball hit sound, but it becomes quite boring after the initial 10 seconds. Then it randomly skips to press cameras, then the ball flying in the air? Wasn’t my favorite title sequence!