Title Research: Men in Black: International

The title design is Men in Black: International from Art of the Title.

How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film? Which ones?

There are a total of 10 different titles. The titles started in space and slowly zoomed in to a city. The colors were only blue, black, and white to match the movie. The music used builds suspense and when the titles change, the music changes as well. Each title is on the screen for the same amount of time.

What connotations do the images carry?

The connotation of the images is excitement as to the foreshadowing. For example, one of the titles contains black sunglasses. This is an example of foreshadowing the significance of them. Also, the fast movement and slow movement can be foreshadowing to the movement of the plot. There may be quick events along with slow events.

How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?

Outer space is typically an element of the science fiction genre. By including it in the title design, it can be used as foreshadowing. Also, the music contains a clock ticking. This can easily foreshadow time travel, another element of science fiction. It is unclear as to whether neither will be used, only one will be used, or both will be used.

What conventions are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?

This title design is meant to entice the audience. Using foreshadowing and symbolism allows the title design to show what the movie  will be like. The lack of color is used to cause more of a focus onto the white color representing light. At the end of the title design, the camera follows a light. This is done by using pan and tilt camera movements.