Generic Conventions
- 1. Horror – Generic Conventions
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Haunted/abandoned house
Intense music – high pitched
Screams/sound effects
Blood/gore
Damsel in distress
Evil/enemy
Uses a weapon e.g axe, chainsaw etc…
Ghosts/paranormal activity
Death
- 2. Comedy – Generic Conventions
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Family/friendship
Light-hearted music
Jokes/banter
Slapstick
Idiots
Clumsiness
Romantic comedy
- 3. Action – Generic Conventions
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Fight scenes
Explosions
Car chases
Good guy/bad guy
Intense music
Weapons