A great movie\'s first few minutes provide the key to the rest of the film.
In Cinematic Overtures, Annette Insdorf discusses the ope.
Other times, Opening shots are intentionally misleading as they invite alert, active participation with the film.
A strong Opening sequence leads the viewer to trust the filmmakers.
Like the Opening paragraphs of a novel, they draw the viewer in, setting up the thematic concerns and stylistic approach that will be developed over the course of the narrative.
A great movie\'s first few minutes provide the key to the rest of the film