Film Opening Research #2- Home Alone

How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?
Eleven titles were displayed. including the name of the movie the opening also mentioned the production, film, and actors.
What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
The image that was being prioritized in the opening sequence was a blue house with a black background.
What connotations do the images carry?
This image shows the viewer the house being alone. This leads into the story of a kid being home alone. 
How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?
The main genres being comedy and holiday, the media conventions of a Christmas song background along with funny actors reinforce this movie's genre. 
How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?
Through the mysterious cop asking about the potential plans of the residence raises suspicion.
What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?
The film takes place near Christmas day. The film does a good job appealing to both parents and kids demonstrating the crazy days leading up to Christmas. With this plot making, this movie is great for the whole family. 
How has technology been used effectively? You might want to consider camera angles, transitions and editing techniques.
The technology is a bit out of date which is seen in camera style. However, the transitions and editing techniques do a great job in creating a fun holiday movie (shown in the stunts that took place). 

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