Research into genre: THRILLER.

April Carr

Genre:

Specific style of music, film or text.

Thriller definition:

Intention of a thriller genre film:• The intention of a film identified as a thriller is to create

suspense and excitement during the film and provoke an emotional response from the audience.

Thriller genre conventions:Setting:• Busy streets• Urban or Suburban area

Narrative:• Revolves around an

enigma

Theme:• Violence

Mise-en-scene & Cinematography aspects:• Low key lighting • Quick cuts• Shadows • Tension music • Changes in the angle of shots

Examples: