The student created the opening to a psychological thriller film that uses conventions of the genre like camera angles, editing, and soundtrack to build tension. A key technique was using a male victim, which is less common than female victims in thrillers and makes the audience more uncomfortable. The opening leaves the audience with unanswered questions to intrigue them. Through this project, the student learned how to overcome challenges like equipment issues and apply knowledge gained from researching successful thrillers.

1. Delirium AS Media Thriller Opening Evaluation By Sam Hammond

4. Original image recorded in black and white Image with raised contrast I also added a small spotlight to the image to focus attention to the road. It also makes the shot eerie because it looks as if there is a white mist on the road. Colour change example -

10. To make the film have more of a psychological thriller feel to it, I tried to use some very clever camera angles to build the tension. For example, to place the audience into the scene and connect with them, I used a POV (point of view) shot. This builds the tension and suspense as it makes the film seem more realistic. Here is a small example (click picture to play): Here is my “Zolly” shot. This would attract my audience because it is a very interesting and engaging spectacle. The door seems to be moving away, but the legs are staying in the same place. It has also been used in many other films such as jaws that the audience may recognise.