The Usual Suspects Opening

The Opening of the Thriller, The Usual Suspect, consists of a traditional opening where there is a killer but the audience is unaware. This is done through the camera angle by not seeing his face, but we are able to see his clothing etc. However, unlike some Thrillers, this masked criminal, doesn't speak, which creates more suspicion for the audience to be drawn into the audience. This characterisation and use of camera angle, makes this interesting and could be a good idea when making our thrillers in order to make it a success.

American Psycho Opening

The American Psycho opening is different from traditional thriller openings. From the outset the audience get taken through the daily routine of the 'serial killer' (though they do not know it). The character is talking to the audience through a voiceover. In turn he admits to being a serial killer by saying "i feel lethal on the verge of frenzy". The camera is a point of view shot through the whole clip in order for the audience to relate to the character.

Jaws Opening

Jaws was made in 1975 and presents many stereotypical elements within the opening. The opening shows a lone young women (damsel in distress/victim) swimming alone. The setting is isolated as it is dark and she is alone. The opening is very stereotypical as it is unlikely that a woman would go swimming alone in the open water whilst its dark. The music starting at 00:10 hints the element of danger and threat.