This document outlines common conventions in horror films. It lists character archetypes like weak female leads and groups of friends as victims. It also lists visual styles like low lighting, shadows, and high camera angles in abandoned houses. Common iconography includes weapons, costumes, and makeup. Popular themes involve paranoia, the supernatural, revenge, and secrecy. Settings often take place in abandoned buildings, churches, gravesites, and secluded natural areas. Narratives usually follow either the killer or victims and may include flashbacks.

1. Conventions Of A Horror Film By Liam Griffith

2. Character Weak Female

3. Groups Of Friends (mixed gender.)

4. Bad Guy- Killer, Psycho, Monster Etc.