SNATCH ART OF THE TITLE By Oli

GENRE-HOW IT IS SIGNALLED

The genre is signalled almost instantly as Turkish, the protagonist, narrates the audience instantly knows that this movie is going to be informal but also very British due to his cockney accent. However, later on in the opening scene, during the heist, the audience is treated to an overwhelming escalation in action further signifying action as another genre.

TITLES WHO IS MENTIONED IN THE CREDITS AND HOW ARE THE CREDITS PRESENTED

Each of the key characters are shown through a series of still snapshots in specific poses that suit their character and persona.

The character of Brick Top is presented as being the antagonist and being violent. The character of Turkish is presented as being the protagonist as well as having power over his group. Finally, the character of Mickey is presented as being a supporting character who is on the side of Turkish.

PRODUCTION COMPANY

Columbia pictures in association with SKA films A Matthew Vaughn production A film by Guy Ritchie

MISE EN SCENE PERIODS, COLOURS AND PROPS

In the mise en scene the period is 1990’s to early 2000’s. The colours reflect the time, they are very grey and gloomy

with not much excitement which can be linked to the experiences that some people had at that time.

EDITING, SOUND AND VISION

The only editing that is within the opening scene is the use of text to present important roles that people played, eg the production company along with the director.

The other editing that is used is the stills in which the main characters are presented.

Non-diegetic music is used to set the scene but to relate to one of the main pivotal plot points, the caravan group in which the character Mickey originates.

NARRATIVE AND CHARACTERS

The audience is drawn in through the character of Turkish setting the scene and introducing him and his friend Tommy.

Quickly however this narration turns into a bank heist which puts the audience on the edge of their seats.

Finally, the audience is introduced to every important character in the movie through a series of stills which present each character in their natural form.