Movie- The
Shinning
This stands out as one of the best title sequences ever ,not
to say in particular for the horror/thriller genre. It is a hand-lettered
title.
It's a deceptively simple and economic approach (like a lot
of Kubrick title sequences) that, in a few minutes, proves to be the perfect
setup for the film.
There is a high contrast between the complimenting elements
of cinematography and sound. This was done to perhaps create the suspense.
"The flyover sequence, combined with Wendy Carlos’
haunting synth score, hammers home the isolation of the characters within the
vastness of the landscape. Whilst you're following the tiny car in an almost
sublime landscape, the hints of Indian chanting add to the overall dreadful
eeriness of the titles, enhanced by the cold credit sequence which rolls in
reverse over the screen. You're almost relieved when you finally arrive at the
Overlook Hotel - but then you still have to discover room 237."
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