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In
the beginning of the film the story is triggered off by presenting
the crucial conflict.
This is also called a start-up sequence. In the beginning,
also the most important characters are presented -- through
which the action takes place -- as well as the
setting (environments).
The
beginning can in all simplicity be gripping, when utilizing
the possibilities of the
genres. For example, the "Once upon a time -- --"
of fairytales functions well as an impetus to the story: The
listener enters into the spirit of the fairytale atmosphere
and excitement, just having heard these few words.
In
film structure
the beginning can also mean the first act
of a three-act film, usually being about 1/4 of the duration
of the entire film.
See the chart on the structure of film:
"beginning - middle - end"
Cf. Start-up
sequence.
Studiobinder [Three Act Structure in Film: Definition and Examples (studiobinder.com)]
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