Alfred Hitchcock's Marnie - opening sequence

While watching the opening sequence of Alfred Hitchcocks Marnie (1964) we discussed the editing techniques used and the cinematography.

There were very few editing techniques used during the opening sequence. The reason for this is because it makes the whole sequence seem more realistic and close to real life while seeming very natural . The editing techniques which were used was a cut from the long shot of the women at the train station to the boss of a company shouting "robbed". After the short opening sequence has finished there are around about 15+ shots in the office and this all falls under continuity editing. There are also shot reverse shots between the boss and his women assistant and the two police officers. The effect of this is that it shows the tension and anger running through him from getting robbed.

The opening sequence of Marnie opens up with a close-up of a womens bag which is being held very close to her body. This could suggest to the audience that it is very significant to the narrative. It could also suggest that the bag could have as much importance as she herself has. This all adds to the enigma codes for the audience.

The opening sequence also includes a long shot of the women waiting at the train station. This could symbolise a certain distance between the character Marnie and the audience.