Title sequences! They share and simultaneously withhold so much info about the movie you’re about to watch. I have grown to love them.
While working with my friends on the Abandoned Allies title sequence, I did loads of research about opening credits. What purpose do they serve? When did they become accepted practice? Why do we still use them today?
One of my favorite websites quickly became Art of the Title. I have geeked out over and over again on that site, and highly recommend it to designers and filmmakers. It’s a great tool for learning and finding inspiration.
At Art of the Title, we are the leading online resource of title sequence design, spanning the film, television, conference, and video game industries. Featuring title design from countries around the world, we honor the creators and innovators who contribute to the field, discussing and displaying their work with a desire to explicate, facilitate, and instigate.
—Ian Albinson, Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Some of my favorite title sequences include Catch Me If You Can (2002), True Blood (2008), and Mad Men (2007). There are so many to appreciate, though. I treat myself to watching new title sequences as often as I can — for inspiration, education, and enjoyment.
You can view all of the titles they have listed, and or follow them on Facebook and Twitter (@ArtoftheTitle) for most recent updates. Visit and enjoy their site today: www.artofthetitle.com.