Bridget Jones Diary Analysis

Similarities and differences between 'Bridget Jones Diary' opening sequence and a thriller opening sequence.

In 'Bridget Jones Diary' and a traditional thriller opening sequence, many differences are used to resemble the different genres. For example, they both have different shot types and angles to represent a certain character feautured in the film. This may also include not as many close ups which give us less clues in the rom-com and the characters would be completely different to target their certain genre audiences. Also the duration of the clips and changs to the pace of editing can in certain thriller opening sequences build tension whereas in 'BJD' the clips are shorter and possibly more humourous.

There are only a few similarities between 'Bridget Jones Diary' and a thriller opening because the target audiences and genres contrast. The music in both is used to create the mood when the film first begins and helps the audience understand what genre it is. Also both of them establish the setting in a single shot which gives more clues away to the audience.