Analysis of an Opening Sequence - Juno

The opening sequence of Juno is very unique due to its "cartoon" style it includes in the titles.

The cartoon style includes:

• Handwritten style of writing to introduce the time period as well as the titles.
• A sketching sound when the time period appears on screen.
• A limited use of colour mainly orange and blue.
• Adds both a childlike feel to the scene.
• Helps add emphasis to the sharp reality the character is meet by.

The sequence also includes a flashback which sets the story as well as giving the audience a chance to get know what the characters narrative voice is like. The sequence also introduces the key features:

1. Location - American suburbs
2. Introduction of characters - The pregnant young lady (Juno) and also the father to the child.
3. Genre - The tone of voice the narrative uses and also the cartoon like style gives us the impression of a comedy
4. Establishes iconography - The issue of teenage pregnancy in a less serious light 
5. Captivating the audience - Who is the father, as we dont see his face

There is also a lot of other things included such as

• Juxtaposition - A tom boy teenage mum 
• Sound - An upbeat love song included in the titles
• Institiution - Big opening (music and visual) Fox Search light Pictures