After figuring out what attracts and what puts people of movies, I've come up with a few elements that should be used and avoided when attempting to create the opening of a movie.
Most people are attracted to very striking openings that immediately catch their eye and keep their attention throughout the movie. This could be a tragic accident or an exciting even that is taking place, as it makes the audience yearn to realize what's going on and what is going to happen later on judging from the consequences of the current scene.
Unusual protagonists are always a good point to start off with, similarly to the striking opening, as it catches peoples' eye. The use of an original and peculiar leading role captures the audience attention, because it places them in the place of the protagonist which may be unfamiliar territory, therefore causing them to want to figure out this person.
People are put off by the stereotypical storyline that occurs so often in films these days. A good example of this would be the movie 'An Ugly Truth', which depicts a hardworking girl who meets the type of man she despises, but eventually falls in love with him through a series of unlikely events, providing the movie with a 'happily ever after' ending.
People appreciate movies that do not necessarily make them think, but provide a different view on the world, providing them with a fresh take on things. A good yet extreme example of this kind of movie would be"The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" as it places people in a completely unnatural and strange context. Although this might be considered as quite bizarre, it is also very interesting as it almost creates a whole new universe for the audience.
Which one captures your attention more?
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