Planning - Making credits scene

 Following my research into thriller credit conventions, I began planning how our credit sequence will be constructed within our own film opening. 

Since our opening scene shows Lena scrolling through potential matches on her phone before showing Claire Michael's profile, we decided that the credits will appear directly on the phone screen during this over-the-shoulder shot. This allows the credits to feel integrated into the narrative rather than appearing separately on a black screen. 

I plan to use a clean font that resembles text commonly seen in mobile apps. This supports the setting of our film and avoids drawing unnecessary attention away from the action. Using a simple grey font color will be most effective, as it will contrast clearly against the darker tone of the phones interface.

Designing process : 

This is a screen shot from Canva, showing the template I chose

To design the credit scene, I plan to use Canva. I previously used Canva to design the dating app interface which would later be shown, so using the same platform will ensure consistency in layout, font style, and the visual structure. 

Note : This will allow the credits to blend seamlessly into the existing interface design, making them appear as though they are naturally part of the dating app.

In terms of the placement, instead of displaying each actor’s names as individual profiles, I plan to design a single black profile box positioned where the profile picture would normally appear on the dating app interface. Inside the box each of the cast members names and roles will be listed vertically, similar to a traditional credit layout. This will clearly signal to the audience that this section functions as the credit sequence while still remaining embedded within the apps structure.

To keep the realism, I will also include the familiar heart and “x” buttons at the bottom of the screen, similar to the layout used by dating apps such as “Tinder”. Keeping these recognizable features ensures the interface feels authentic. 

Note : Lena will swipe past the credit scene in a casual manner, allowing it to look and feel seamless. 

Key factor :

One thing I am slightly worried about is the pacing. The credit must stay visible long enough for the audience to read the names and roles clearly, but not so long that it disrupts the natural scrolling rhythm.