Codes And Conventions Of A Title Sequence

The codes and conventions of a title sequence are:

The cast and crew of the film. That is who is going to be starring in the film.
The title of the film. What the film is called is very important because some people can tell by a title what the genre of the film might be about.
Indication of place, time and historical period. The time period is very important because if it is very old many people wont watch it. Location is imortant because it sets the scene of what the film might be.
Mis-en-scene is very important because it sets the scene of the film. It can also give away the genre because of the props, lighting, sounds and make up.
Introduction to character is important becuase it is the first impression and basically the people choose who is the better person.
Sets up enigmas becuase it keeps the viewers thinking what has happened and what is going to keeps the tension throughout the film.

In our film we had choose the genre of horror and these are some of the codes and conventions.
Often filmed in a dark and sinister place
Quick shots during editing
Dark music
Plot frequently involves death
Usually involves good and evil