Children's Opening Scene Analysis - Jumanji

The Jumanji. opening scene is set in the past and this is shown using costumes that represent the past. Also, the props used, like the old fashioned shovel and the horse and cart also support the time in which it is set. 


The camera changes from close-ups to long shots which express how alone they are and also helps to build up tension with the close-ups. Also, the lighting in the sequence is very low which helps to build fear and a sense of danger.


The music in this sequence is intense and low in pitch, this helps to express the audience the fear that the characters are feeling and also the danger that they are perhaps in. The "drums" that are heard represent the board game which sets the tone for the entire film.


Overall, the use of all these micro features portrays some mystery and slight horror towards this film, but not too much into the horror genre to make it inappropriate for a younger audience. Also with the transition to the next scene which is in modern day, more colourful and lighter in general, this supports it being a children's film.




Ed