AN: Opening Sequence of a Horror Film: Nightmare on Elm Street

·         Close up shots of Krueger’s hands as he builds gloves creates a sinister feeling

·         Most prevalent sound Krueger’s breathing and soundtrack shows the antagonist’s anticipation

·         Long lingering shot as girl runs down the corridor creates a feeling of discomfort

·         Girl runs into dark industrial landscape from pure white light suggests danger and makes the location more oppressive

·         Never a full shot of the killer makes him enigmatic

·         Close up of the girl when she wakes up connotes fear wild eyes show her terror

·         Tracking shot of girl symbolizes how Krueger is following her