PROJECT
animated main title sequence
STREAMER
AppleTV+
STUDIO
Legendary Television
Toho Co., Ltd.
Shine designed and produced the “Monarch Legacy of Monsters” main title sequence for AppleTV+ and Legendary. From Chris Black, Matt Fraction, and the studio behind The Monsterverse, comes a family drama spanning 1952 and 2015, Tokyo and San Francisco, and two families with a common mystery. The ensuing family drama that’s set against the backdrop of the Monsterverse unfolds in an adventure that spans the globe. And the mystery crosses generations to solve.
The title sequence uses a graphic split-screen treatment, dividing the frame down the center. By juxtaposing images left and right, contrasts from the story are illustrated: the year 1952 contrasted with the year 2016. San Francisco contrasted with Tokyo. Analog technology contrasted with digital technology. The graphic montage of images becomes relevant after watching the amazing first season of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.
"Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" delves into the secretive organization Monarch, known for its clandestine operations involving giant creatures. The series follows two siblings who uncover shocking truths about their family’s connection to Monarch, leading them on a global adventure to discover the origins and purpose of these colossal beings. Set in the MonsterVerse, the story intertwines with legendary creatures like Godzilla and King Kong, exploring humanity's struggle for survival against these titanic forces. As they delve deeper, they encounter scientists, soldiers, and other key figures, revealing a legacy of monsters that spans generations and shapes the fate of the world.
Monarch fits into the Monsterverse as a secretive organization that studies and tracks giant creatures like Godzilla and King Kong. It connects the films by exploring the origins, history, and impact of these titans, providing a cohesive narrative that links humanity’s interactions with these colossal beings across generations.
