We are going to explore how our understanding of the character of Red Dog is created in the opening sequence of the film. The first time you watch the sequence, jot down your impressions of Red Dog below: 

First
impressions  –   ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

We will now explore how the filmmakers have created these impressions. You will become an expert group focusing on one aspect of the film. Using the table below, highlight the aspect of the film your group is given and write your observations in bullet points. Individually fill in the ‘what happened’ column as you
watch. Then talk to your group to complete the effect section. 

The aspect of the film                            What Happened?                              Effect?

Camera angles

Diegetic sound

Non-diegetic
sound

Lighting

Script

How is the character of Red Dog introduced to the audience in the opening sequence of the film?