Genre Research


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Today I did some research on the different elements that is found within the thriller genre.

High angles often give the viewer the feeling of vulnerability and powerlessness.

Close up can show detail on the characters reactions

Tracking shot - are used to make the character look like they are being followed or watched

Reverse shots are used to show what the character sees and their reactions in this case it would be used to build up suspense

long shots - can often show the atmosphere that is found in the movie whether it be scary or bustling.

Low angle - can show how powerful and scary the bad guy is

zoom shots - gives dramatic effect and builds suspense

point of view shot - helps the audience experience what the character sees and feels

over the shoulder shot - shows what h=the character sees often used mirror or reflection scenes

Mis-en-scene

Make up - Smudged makeup (often shows fear within the character)

Prosthetic make up - often found on the villain

Clothing - often normal clothes but sometimes the villain will wear a costume that they often use when stalking or murdering somebody

Setting/ Lighting - often in dark or dim places which helps with anticipation

Props - often weapons or an item that correlates with the main character or villain

Sound

Sound motif - when the killer is near the sound will play to alert the audience that the killer is near

Diegetic sound - can be foot steps or the sound of the weapon which lets the viewer know the killer is near.

Non - diegetic - the transition from a soft tone to a drastic one can create suspense.

Editing

transitions

cut away - often shows the character figuring out a solution to a problem (killer)

What element of the genre do you like?

I like the over should shots in the mirror and the creepy atmosphere that it often provides. I also like the anticipation that is often found in the music used like the sound motif that follows the killer or stalker.

What elements of the genre do not appeal to you?

I don't really like the prosthetics as, depending on who does it, can often look fake or unrealistic. 

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