Say what you will about the movie, this is one creative and well-executed title sequence. Wonderful imagery combined with the hand written text makes for a very unique and memorably title sequence. This is a very basic concept yet it’s brilliantly executed.
This is the third David Fincher movie to make this list, it seems the man can appreciate a great title sequence. Vertigo features a masterfully crafted and almost hypnotic title sequence. The concept is fairly simple but it’s so well done and the final result works beautifully.Īnother great example of a contemporary film featuring an old school animated introduction. A wonderful use of practical effects - they don’t make ‘em like this anymore.Ī very slow paced, minimalist title sequence. In a world where the simple act of reading has been outlawed it only makes sense to have the titles read to you. Definitely a favorite.Ī very clever title sequence with the credits written on vintage cigarette packaging. We would be remiss not to include the original Pink Panther in this list. Unfortunately, the embedding of the opening sequence in this post was disabled by request. One amazing sequence starts at a microscopic level and continues to expand outward until we are looking down the barrel of a gun. Vibrant colors, great animation and an amazing score. The creepy atmosphere and music combined with the dark imagery sets the tone very nicely. The result was a visually pleasing intro that still pays its respects to the original.Ī lot of Tim Burton’s films sport fantastic title sequences but Sweeney Todd’s is especially great. In an effort to re-invent the franchise the infamous James Bond title sequence was overhauled. There were a lot of animated opening title sequences in the 60’s - this one is my personal favorite. It’s amazing how much personality can be expressed in a simple silhouette. The retro animated intro to Catch Me If You Can perfectly sets the scene and time period.Ī wonderfully creepy title sequence that perfectly sets the mood for the film you’re about to watch. The visually pleasing "life of a bullet" sequence is a perfect opening for a film about an arms dealer. You may want to take a look at the following related articles: What are your favorites? What is missing in the list? Let us know in the comments! Of course, there are too many brilliant examples to list them all here. We have chosen some of our favorite selections from all eras and genres. In tribute to all of the wonderful title sequences in film, Smashing Magazine has collected 30 Unforgettable Title Sequences for your enjoyment and inspiration. Others prefer to take the minimalist road and omit the titles altogether, taking us straight to the action. Hey, it’s a style that has served Woody Allen very well for many years. Some have budgetary constraints, limiting them to a simple, yet classic, white text on black background. Mind you, not all films have the luxury of a great title sequence. A well-crafted title sequence introduces the audience to the tone and theme of the film as well as the cast and crew. The opening title sequence of a film is that film’s opportunity to make a good first impression on you, the viewer. We all know that first impressions are important, right? Well, the same goes for film.