Codes used in Se7en

SE7EN

The Hook
The hook build suspense. The hook is a technical code and leaves the viewers wondering why are the characters restless.

Set the Scene
At the end of thee opening scene there is a city background to form the setting and also the word "Monday" appears on screen to set the date, this is a symbolic code.

Introduce Characters
The first shot shows the audience the main character, however we are also able to read other important actors in the credits therefore the code is both written and symbolic.

Introducing Genre
the opening sequence sets a spooky crime thriller theme, this is a technical code.

Credits
The credits appear on scene throughout the opening scene, this is a written code.