Film Opening Research #1- Paul Blart Mall Cop

Paul Blart Mall Cop

1) How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film?
       -Four

2) What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
      -Paul Blart’s Sheriff Badge 
      -Paul falling asleep suddenly during his physical trooper exam
      -His love interest, Amy

3) What connotations do the images carry?
      -Lighthearted

      -Positive

      -Innocent

4) How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset?
     -Punch lines
     -Sound effects
     -Funny scenarios 
     -Tone and emotions 
     -Set up of scene 

5) How does the film establish an enigma from the outset?
     - Showing Amy’a reaction to Blart and his competition which is somewhat unclear but obvious

     - Making viewers question whether Paul’s sugar deficiency will get in his way later on in the movie 

6) What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?

     - Paul Blart needing sugar in his system or else he’ll act sluggish until he eventually falls into a           deep sleep
     - Using a segway electric scooter as his main transportation

     - Constantly looking out for romantic interest , Amy

7) How has technology been used effectively?  You might want to consider camera angles, transitions and editing techniques.

   -In the opening credits, a sheriff’s badge moves across the screen as a transition to present other titles
   - Reaction shots are frequently used
   - Sound effects are used greatly to add to the comedic element of the film