media thriller conventions

1. B Y M E G D O W T H W A I T E
Conventions of a Thriller

2. Thriller themes
 Terrorism
 Politics
 Conspiracy
 Pursuit
 Romantic triangles

3. Thriller genres
 The thriller genre contains a number of typical
conventions including..
 Mystery
 Suspense
 Tension
 Plot twists
 Atmosphere – dark, paranoia
 Heroes and villains

4. Typical thriller characters
 Characters in thrillers often include:
-Criminals
-Stalkers
-Assassins
-Innocent victims
-Characters with dark, ,mysterious past
-Terrorists
-Police
-Disillusioned individuals
-Psychotic individuals

5. Thriller Sub Genres
 Action thriller
 Political thriller
 Crime thriller
 Psychological thriller