The document discusses conventions of the thriller genre. It notes that thrillers aim to raise the heartbeat of audiences and keep them on edge through suspense. Violence is often used to decide confrontations between protagonists and antagonists. Common conventions include the use of weapons as props, settings that juxtapose normalcy with danger, and contrasts between scared protagonists and soulless antagonists. Editing techniques like fast pacing and disorienting camera angles are employed to create an uncomfortable atmosphere.