Psycho
The title sequence of Psycho is very simple. We see horizontal bars that turn into names and then split violently. The splitting and the cutting of lines continues throughout the sequence, with the size, shape, direction, and length of the lines changing. The lines seem to represent imprisonment, huge buildings and some even seem like the image for sound waves.
The use of sound is very effective in this sequence. We hear a string orchestra which works well with the disjointed feeling of the graphics used, and reflects many of the themes that are seen later on in the film. For example, some of the penetrating sounds used are similar to those used in the similar shower scene that we see later on.
The music is also very up tempo and quite fast paced. This could also represent adrenaline and all the thoughts the killer has running through is mind. As the title sequence goes on, an increasing amount of instruments join in the music, representing the adrenaline rush increasing and the killer getting closer and closer.
The title sequence only uses non-diegetic sound, being the music and the music is extremely unnerving the whole way through. It carried an inconsistent rhythm, which makes you feel like you can't settle down, for fear of what is to come. The music sets you up for themes that will run through the whole of the film.
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