Title Font Analysis

In order to achieve the style of font I use in my opening sequence I mixed 3 font styles into 1.

I took the rustic style of this font and put it into mine in order to create a weathered and western feel.

This font influenced the style of lettering I used in my font. Harsh edges and rigid upper case letters helped to create the rough approach I was looking for.

This font inspired me to add a slight shadow to my font in order to give a slight depth of field. This helped to create a more detailed and interesting font which fit the scenario of the sequence.

Bracero Costume and Prop List

Costumes:

Mexican Number 1 (Juan): Grey jumper, dark grey/black/green chinos, grey old adidas, red t-shirt.

Mexican Number 2 (Jose): Red jumper, black sweatpants (changes to blue jeans), dark brown shoes, red t-shirt.

Coyote: Grey hoodie, dark green gloves, blue jeans.

Props:

Mexican Number 1 (Juan): Flashlight.

Mexican Number 2 (Jose): Flashlight.

Coyote: Dark greek golf cart.

Pre-Production Checklist

Editing Bracero

This is a screenshot of me editing titles for my opening sequence. I had to choose a title font which represented the rough Mexican outback as well as the roughness of smugglers. I made the titles in the sequence appear in time with the soundtrack. This creates a more professional use of titles and is more dramatic.

This is a screenshot of me editing the soundtrack for my opening sequence. The soundtrack I used is very tense and dramatic. It has a slow tempo and has no vocals. It fits the tense atmosphere of the sequence and the events which unfold in it.

This is a screenshot of me selecting and cutting clips for my opening sequence. I had multiple angles of each shot and so had to select which different angles to use to make the final shot. I also had to make sure each of the individual shots were in the right place so that conversation flowed evenly.

Opening Sequence Shooting Location

I shot my opening sequence in the English Countryside. It was shot in the county of Hampshire and in the small town of Stockbridge. I chose to shoot in this location as certain areas of the dry landscape represented those you would expect to see in the rural landscape on the Mexico/America boarder. Shots were taking in both fields, forests and roads. This creates a more diverse viewing experience for the audience.

Bracero Cast

Mexican #1: Juan

Juan is the older one of the two Mexicans. He aims to make money in America and is the leading Mexican.

Played by: Jasper Hunt

Mexican #2: Jose

Jose is timid and has come only to accompany Juan. He too wants to find work in America.

Played by: Roop Arora

Coyotee:

He specialises in smuggling Mexicans across the border for a price. He does not talk much and has a dark background.

Played by: Arthur Bean

Audience Profiling