- What are the 4 different types of film openings? -

Throughout the years title sequences have evolved which is mostly due to the developments of new technologies from the 21st century. Here are the four main title sequences that we use:

Titles on a blank screen
This is the most common film opening type as they are relatively cheap so are used by studios with low budgets. It is simply different type faces on a blank background and is most commonly white on black to create a contrast.

Titles on still images
This film opening is more complex than the previous one. It requires combining visual still images (usually related to the film) with text which was a move past simple credits. This development also made credits longer to incorporate.

Titles over moving images
This film opening presents credits with moving images that introduce the tone of the film and important locations. Soundtracks are used however there is usually no dialogue.

Titles using animation or motion
This specific film opening became very popular in the late 90's due to the development of new technologies and stylized editing globally. Titles were combined with images to the point that they actually became part of the moving image.

My favourite type of film openings are titles using animation or motion. This is because I think it's very eye catching and make credits/titles look interesting.