Fantasy Children's Film Opening Analysis - Monsters Inc.

Monsters Inc. opens with a credits sequence animated in a non-cgi style, with bright colours and fast paced action. It has a jazzy upbeat soundtrack which keeps children entertained but also interest adults who might have to take their children to see the film.

Then it goes into the opening scene which is scary but quickly resolves into a humorous situation, keeping children engaged. The setting of a factory within a world of monsters is revealed quickly but not instantly, as The use of mise-en-scene such as props really give us the impression we are in a child's bedroom originally. This means that children can relate to the fear of the child. The theme of scaring children to power the monster's world is quickly established, as well as the idea that leaving a door open could let a child enter their world, which scares the monsters.

The film is CGI-animated which adds to the fantasy element because almost any scenario can be created in animation. Each monster is a different colour and has different features, adding interest to all of them. while they are highly stylised and clothed like people to take away the fear factor. The 'boss' character is introduced as important through low angle shots and close-ups, and the main character is introduced by name only - said by the boss with a zoom-in close-up, which adds to the belief that the character is very important to the film.