Genre Research Thriller

 Common camera angles in the thriller genre (CAMS):  

  • Close-up shots to capture emotions  
  • Low-angle shots to show power 
  • Point-of-view shots to put the audience in the character's shoes 
  • High-angle shots to create a sense of danger  
  • Dutch angles to create a sense of unease 

  

  

Common Mis-En-Scene in the thriller genre (CLAMPS):  

  • Dark, moody lighting to create an ominous atmosphere.  
  • Claustrophobic locations to bring a sense of entrapment  
  • Props and set dressing that show violence, danger, or suspense, such as knives, guns, or ropes 
  • Shadows and darkness to create a feeling of uncertainty and fear 

 
 

  Common Editing in the thriller genre:  

  • Quick cuts and jump cuts to create tension 
  • Cross-cutting to show simultaneous action in different locations.  
  • Pacing that builds suspense, with longer takes or slower cuts during moments of tension.  

 
 Common sound in the thriller genre:  

  • Use of ambient sounds to create a feeling of uneasiness 
  • Dissonant or atonal music to create a dangerous mood 
  • Sound effects that bring the idea of stress or danger to the audience, such as creaking floorboards 
  • Use of sudden, loud noises to create jump scares or startle the audience.  

Example films of Thriller Genre:

  • Bird Box
  • Smile
  • The Black Phone

 

 

What elements of the genre that you like? 

In the thriller genre, I like that it keeps you on your toes the whole time waiting to find out what happens next. I feel like you cannot get bored watching a thriller movie, since there are a lot of different plot twists. A lot of excitement can come from this genre since it has unpredictable scenes coming your way.  

 
 

What elements of the genre do not appeal to you? 

This genre can be very intense and can cause stress sometimes with certain parts in the movie. It also shows negative behaviors sometimes such as killings and jump scares making me feel uneasy.  








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