Title Research: Charlie's Angel

The next movie title sequence I watched was Charlie's Angels.

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

There were 23 titles in this title sequence.

What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
The image of a woman's silhouette is emphasized in orange tones. In addition, the sneaking around and danger aspects of spying are also shown in clips along with others that are more comical.

What connotations do the images carry?
These images make a connection that these three girls have a bond like no other when they fight crime.

How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?
Genre is reinforced through the fight scenes and the teamwork portrayed in brief clips between intense graphic changes of bright orange and red.

How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?
An enigma is created with the orange printed dividers that create movement towards the clips inserted towards the side.


What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?
They use young actors and silly clips to help engage a young adult audience.


How has technology been used effectively?

Technology was definitely effectively used to edit and make this sequence engaging. Editing consisted of inserts and innovative mix of graphic and video clips. There was also a full song scoring the title sequence. Camera shots were tracking shots to show movement and medium close ups to show off certain actors.