 |
| This is a spider diagram I have created to show the various codes and conventions within film. |
Themes
|
Psychosis, mental issues,
identity, reality verse perception, life verse death, danger, corruption,
politics, medical disasters, conspiracy, natural disasters, imprisonment , criminal underworld, emotional complications,
military dangers, technology, international scope, isolation, terrorism,
illusions, power, good verse bad…
|
Sound
|
Sound is an important
element of thriller films. Different atmospheres are created though the use
of sound. Silence is one sound technique which is used to build tension.
Music is an essential part of illustrating the plot as it provides the movie
with a mood and can also be used to highlight significant parts of the film.
|
Mise-en-Scene
|
·
Location -
Thrillers often takes place in the suburbs or in urban cities as it makes it relatable
to the audiences.
·
Lighting - Low key lightning causes shadows and provides a dark
atmosphere which often represents the inner darkness of a character, but can
also add suspense.
·
Characters - The
protagonists is usually an ordinary person with a dark background.
·
Costume - Indicates
the personality and possible role of the character e.g. lab coat = scientific
field.
|
Editing/Camera
shots
|
Editing is used to increase
the element of suspense and tension within a thriller film. Quick cuts are
used to show the chaotic nature of a scene, whereas close ups are used to
highlight a characters emotions and engages the audience with their feelings.
Thriller films have adapted the use of editing and camera shots to capture
the minds of the audience. Hitchcock’s Dolly Zoom technique – first used in
Vertigo; is a cinematic effect which creates an uneasy apprehensive feel.
|
No comments:
Post a Comment