Write an analysis of the opening sequence of Bullet Boy. Consider how the film has an impact on the audience using film language.
In the opening sequence of Bullet Boy the audience is introduced to three of the main characters: Ricky, Curtis, Wisdom and Godfrey. We find out some background, such as the fact that Ricky was in prison and that Wisdom is wearing a scar' for Ricky.
Straight from the outset enigmas are being raised. Why was Ricky in jail? Why is Curtis so eager to see his brother? Conflict develops in the opening sequence when Wisdom reverses into Godfrey's wing mirror. Although we don't know what comes of this eventually from the opening sequence, the audience can tell that the strife will develop throughout the film. A climax must occur at some time.
The visual style of the sequence is typical to a British Gangster film. It has the grimy' sense that leaves the audience begging for more un-hollywoodised' films. The film constantly contrasts the......
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