Genre Research - Thriller

 When it came to researching conventions for different genres we made sure to research about the main points in film making.  Here were some of the main topics we focused on.

  • What are common lighting techniques used in action films?

  • What are common camera angles used in action films?

  • What are common camera movements used in action films?

  • What are common mise-en-scene factors used in action films?

  • What are common elements used in action films?

  • What are common sounds used in action films?

  • What are some examples of action films?


Common lighting in this genre is backlighting, under lighting, and lowkey lighting. This helps to create a dark and mysterious atmosphere and helps to conceal the character's identity, which adds to that suspense. 

Some common camera angles are close-ups shots, which exemplify the emotions of the characters or frames an object, to be at attention. Point of view shots allow the viewers to feel emotionally engaged because they feel as though they are the character. 

Tracking is a common camera movement that follows the character's action but at the same doesn't spoil the movie. 

For this genre, costumes usually worn by the antagonist are darker.  Weapons are commonly used as props to help convey risk and danger.   The settings are normally in an intense location usually secluded. 

The sounds this genre usually contains are fast-paced music, slow piano, and high-pitched violins. 

Some common elements in the thriller genre are suspense and tension that keeps the viewers at the edge of their seats. 

Some examples of this genre are Silence of The Lambs and Black Swan

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