Trainspotting Opening Analysis
The opening scene of Trainspotting introduces each character, bar one, and briefly helps to show and distinguish each character's personality. We're instantly aligned with Renton, simply due to the fact that he's the first character we see and hear, as he voices over the majority of the scene with a monologue that's primarily his opinions and views. As the scene opens, were joined by Renton and Spud, seen running away from what look to be security guards. Renton gets caught up after almost being hit by a car, and a freeze-frame is shown with his name appearing on screen. This simple but effective technique of introducing the characters is seen throughout the rest of the scene, and helps the audience easily grasp who is who within the rest of the film. This technique is repeated in the next shot, as a chaotic football scene introduces Sick Boy, Begbie, Spud and Tommy, each with a freeze frame that gives a small glimpse at the personality of each character. The footbal