The questions I asked for my Media A2 coursework.

1. Question S.M S.P
What is your opinion on
thriller films?
Keep attention throughout the
film. Constant twist that builds
tension
Really interesting. Lots of
tension and suspense
How does the thriller genre
compare?
It’s one of my favourite genres Interested throughout the film,
other films have boring parts
What do you like about thriller
films?
Like how they create suspense
and tension throughout. Always
surprised by what happens next
You can get into the character’s
heads and remember the film
easier
What makes a thriller film
successful?
Appeals to a wide target
audience
If the trailer is good. Should be
some action element
What do you expect in a
thriller film?
Suspense, mystery, low key
lighting
Elements of crime, conflict,
drama
What do you dislike about
thriller films?
None Can sometimes be far fetched
What makes a thriller film
unsuccessful?
When the trailer reveals to
much about the plot
As above. When it’s far fetched
What is your favourite thriller
film and why?
Inception, like how you’re
always surprised.
Shutter Island. The setting
creates a more tense
atmosphere