AS - Media Thriller

Silencer This is the opening sequence and titles to an AS level media studies thriller called 'Silencer'. As the clip begins, the viewer is greeted with an establishing shot of an old expensive car driving down a country lane and there is a subtle pan as the car turns the corner. Initially, this is used to show where the event is happening which allows the audience to interpret what will happen next. Throughout this shot, we can hear non - diegetic music which helps build tension and a suspenseful atmosphere. As the car drives we see a slow-motion as it goes through a puddle, this use of pathetic fallacy is used by the director to hint at the mood for the rest of the scene. At this point, the music has increased in pace and volume which highlights that the main action is about to occur. This is also done to try and increase suspense in the build up. As they approach, an extreme close up is used as an insert to make the criminal aware of the presen...