OLDBOY

Title Sequence / 2024

Oldboy depicts Dae Su's journey for revenge, only for him to discover the tragedy originates from his actions in the past. This concept aims to describe karma from Dae Su resulting in the ultimate chaos at the end.  

Final Frames

The title sequence depicts the karmic concept through the metaphor of red threads. As we trace the red lines, we discover the pathways leading to destruction and chaos by one’s own actions.

It begins with a close-up shot revealing the intricate lacework of shimmering crimson strands and a needle. As the threads slowly multiply, the scene grows increasingly complex, foreshadowing the protagonist’s tortuous course.

More threads intertwine until the vivid tangle shapes the full title “OLDBOY.”
The sequence concludes with a vision of inescapable karmic retribution.

TYPE TREATMENT

To distinguish it from the red threads, I opted for a serif typeface. Among serif options, I selected CINZEL for its sharper serifs, enhancing the tension in the scene.

Additionally, I incorporated a blur effect on certain parts of the type to convey the uncertainty depicted in the movie.

In the initial phase, I likened the sequence to a spider web, envisioning the protagonist weaving a trap for themselves, much like a spider ensnaring itself. Yet, I discovered this metaphor overly complicated the scenes and hindered the integration of various elements.

COMPOSITE

I mainly used curve and fill color to add green tone and enhance the red saturation.