Conventions of a thriller films
A convention of a thriller means to conforming or adhering to accepted standards. In a film, elements that are common within different film genre patterns that can be seen or used in different films from the same category. Convention of thriller films are used to create the main elements of shock, surprise and suspense for the audience, making the film more effective. By having these elements creates a relationship with the audience as it seems almost realistic. Some examples of conventions within a thriller film are:
- Female victim (usually young, attractive and clueless, making the audience sympathise for her when she is in danger)
- Iconography (weapons, representing a dangeorus situation)
- Antagonist/Protagonist
- Diegetic/Non-Diegetic sound- gets louder when the victim/protagonist is in danger.
- Low Key lighting
- Slow editing
- Enigma which creates mystery to the audience, leaving them with tension and ending up with shock.
- Eerie music (creates tension to the audience)
- Abandoned setting/dark/isolated
- Chase scenes, showing typical thriller content, antagonist after the protagonist.
- Hand held camera/POV
- Timing of shots- slow(creates suspense) or fast (informs the audience that a character is trying to get away or run away from something)
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