Film Research 2- 50 First Dates

 


How many titles are displayed during the opening sequences to the film? 
The titles show as follows. "Columbia Pictures presents." "A happy Maddison." "Anonymous Content." "And Flower Films Production." "50 First Dates."

What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?
The first image following the titles is zoomed in on a pineapple, then transitions to two girls talking about a guy one of the girls met. Then it transitions to multiple different girls in different places talking about the same guy with the same story. All about their week with Henry Roth, who is played by Adam Sandler.
 
What connotations do the images carry? 
These images help to lay down the start of the story and help the viewers to understand more about the main character. It can be understood that Roth is a player, who likes to charm girls for a good time. After they leave, they're all still swooning over him 

How is genre reinforced through symbolic and technical codes from the outset? 
This is clearly set to be a romantic comedy. Something that gives this away right off the bat is that playboy Henry is very charming, but always gives the women ridiculous reasons as to why their week-long romance can't continue. This makes the viewer start guessing who the love interest is going to be.

How does the film establish an enigma from the outset? 
This film establishes an enigma from the outset because at first, the only knowledge the audience has of Henry is that he is a player. They only know as much as the women, which leads them to start guessing about where the story is going to lead

What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience? 
Adam Sandler is well known for acting in comedy movies, and typically if the setting is Hawaii for his movies it is understood that the movie will be a romantic comedy. He is well known in the industry so the audience knows they are going to enjoy the movie if he is the main actor.

How has technology been used effectively? 
Technology in the movie has been used to switch back and forth from girl to girl, changing the voice with each woman who is onscreen. This is effective, as it gives the viewer the whole picture of what Henry has been doing in his free time.

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