Mrs. Henderson Presents

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So I Netflixed this movie last week, without much expectation. I knew it featured a mildly bawdy (if that's possible) performance from Dame Judi Dench, but not much otherwise. Upon pressing play I was immediately hit by something you don't see very often in the movies anymore—a well-constructed title sequence. Even better, this one was illustrated.

To say this was the best part of the movie for me would do injustice to the film, which was cute and occasionally entertaining. Yet the titles were my favorite part. In an age where we roll credits over a black background or the opening scene, actual title sequences are a welcome diversion.

Featuring a World War II-era illustration style, some very inventive scene transitions, and playful use of type, the opening truly captured my fancy. Check out some more screen grabs here, here, here and here, or rent the movie and see for yourself.

Credits: Foreign Office at Foreign Office & Pathe Pictures.