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Film genre is important for both producers and audiences. Producers need to engage target audiences through genre to ensure financial success. Genre allows films to be categorized based on factors like storyline and director vision. However, genres are not static and evolve as societies and interests change. There are many established genres like action, comedy, and drama. Genres can also be hybrids and new genres may emerge as technology advances to produce new visual effects.
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Introduction to Film Genre
This document discusses film genres and how they are classified. It notes that films are classified by their makers, marketers, reviewers and rating boards, and that these classifications shape how audiences encounter and understand films. Genres group films to create expectations and familiarity for audiences. The document discusses how genres are fluid systems of learned conventions and expectations, not fixed sets of elements, and how filmmakers and audiences both actively engage in meaning making within genres.
Genre Analysis
This document discusses genre analysis in film. It defines genre as a type or class of films and explores how genres are established through conventions that are sometimes broken to create new genres or subgenres. Specific genres mentioned include romantic comedies, sitcoms from different decades, 1990s horror films, and art house films. The document also questions whether genres can always clearly categorize films and discusses stars that help define genres.
Genre film studies
This document discusses genre conventions in film. It defines genre as a type or category of film, such as horror, sci-fi, romance, etc. Generic conventions refer to common narrative structures, character types, visual elements, themes, and other expected features that define a particular genre. Identifying generic conventions allows viewers to recognize that a film belongs to a genre based on familiar tropes. However, films can also challenge conventions to create hybrid genres or surprise audiences. While genre categorization helps audiences and producers, overreliance on conventions can make films repetitive.
Genre And Its Importance
1) Genre is important for both film producers and audiences. Producers use genre to engage target audiences and be successful, while audiences need to be interested in a genre to watch and enjoy a film.
2) Genre theory is used to categorize films based on factors like storyline, director, and audience expectations. It provides a shortcut for describing films.
3) Genres can change over time as different social groups and audiences emerge with different interests. For example, westerns were once very popular but new genres like sci-fi and thrillers developed.
Genre Elements
The document discusses approaches to studying film genre. There are two major approaches: the descriptive approach, which focuses on categorizing films based on formal qualities like theme and style, and the functional approach, which examines how genre plays a social and cultural role. Genres are defined by common elements like iconography, setting, characters, narrative, style, and theme. However, genres are not fixed and many films combine elements of multiple genres. Producers also use genre conventions to target audiences and aim for box office success.
Genre
Genre theory examines texts and audience responses by categorizing works into genres based on common elements and conventions. Some key points of genre theory include that all genres have subgenres, genres evolve over time through negotiation between creators and audiences, and hybrid genres emerge that fuse elements of multiple genres. Analyzing genres considers both semantics, or iconography, as well as syntax, or how narrative elements work together.
Genre theory
1. Genre theory proposes that genres are conventions of content and form that are shared by texts belonging to that genre.
2. Genres are dynamic and open to negotiation rather than fixed forms. A text can belong to different genres over time and location.
3. Genres position both producers and audiences in certain ways. Producers work within genre conventions while audiences have expectations shaped by familiar genres.
Movie genders
The document provides guidance for a 3rd grade movie criticism team to research and present on the history of a film genre. The team is tasked with selecting a genre to study, gathering information on its characteristics, notable films, actors, music and trivia, and designing a poster summarizing the genre's history to present their findings and convince others it is the best genre. Resources for research include websites on film genres, the Internet Movie Database, and the Academy Awards site.
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This document discusses film genres and how they are classified. It notes that films are classified by their makers, marketers, reviewers and rating boards, and that these classifications shape how audiences encounter and understand films. Genres group films to create expectations and familiarity for audiences. The document discusses how genres are fluid systems of learned conventions and expectations, not fixed sets of elements, and how filmmakers and audiences both actively engage in meaning making within genres.
Genre Analysis
This document discusses genre analysis in film. It defines genre as a type or class of films and explores how genres are established through conventions that are sometimes broken to create new genres or subgenres. Specific genres mentioned include romantic comedies, sitcoms from different decades, 1990s horror films, and art house films. The document also questions whether genres can always clearly categorize films and discusses stars that help define genres.
Genre film studies
This document discusses genre conventions in film. It defines genre as a type or category of film, such as horror, sci-fi, romance, etc. Generic conventions refer to common narrative structures, character types, visual elements, themes, and other expected features that define a particular genre. Identifying generic conventions allows viewers to recognize that a film belongs to a genre based on familiar tropes. However, films can also challenge conventions to create hybrid genres or surprise audiences. While genre categorization helps audiences and producers, overreliance on conventions can make films repetitive.
Genre And Its Importance
1) Genre is important for both film producers and audiences. Producers use genre to engage target audiences and be successful, while audiences need to be interested in a genre to watch and enjoy a film.
2) Genre theory is used to categorize films based on factors like storyline, director, and audience expectations. It provides a shortcut for describing films.
3) Genres can change over time as different social groups and audiences emerge with different interests. For example, westerns were once very popular but new genres like sci-fi and thrillers developed.
Genre Elements
The document discusses approaches to studying film genre. There are two major approaches: the descriptive approach, which focuses on categorizing films based on formal qualities like theme and style, and the functional approach, which examines how genre plays a social and cultural role. Genres are defined by common elements like iconography, setting, characters, narrative, style, and theme. However, genres are not fixed and many films combine elements of multiple genres. Producers also use genre conventions to target audiences and aim for box office success.
Genre
Genre theory examines texts and audience responses by categorizing works into genres based on common elements and conventions. Some key points of genre theory include that all genres have subgenres, genres evolve over time through negotiation between creators and audiences, and hybrid genres emerge that fuse elements of multiple genres. Analyzing genres considers both semantics, or iconography, as well as syntax, or how narrative elements work together.
Genre theory
1. Genre theory proposes that genres are conventions of content and form that are shared by texts belonging to that genre.
2. Genres are dynamic and open to negotiation rather than fixed forms. A text can belong to different genres over time and location.
3. Genres position both producers and audiences in certain ways. Producers work within genre conventions while audiences have expectations shaped by familiar genres.
Movie genders
The document provides guidance for a 3rd grade movie criticism team to research and present on the history of a film genre. The team is tasked with selecting a genre to study, gathering information on its characteristics, notable films, actors, music and trivia, and designing a poster summarizing the genre's history to present their findings and convince others it is the best genre. Resources for research include websites on film genres, the Internet Movie Database, and the Academy Awards site.
Genre
Genres are characterized by recognizable features that audiences know and expect. They follow familiar formulas using stock characters, plots, locations, music and narrative structures. This allows for instant communication with audiences and means producers do not need to establish characters and plots. However, genres can become too formulaic and texts that do not fit genres have trouble being distributed.
Introduction to Genre
Genres are defined by characteristic features that audiences recognize through familiar formulas and conventions. These include stock characters, plots, locations, props, music, and narrative structures. Genres are appealing to audiences because they know what to expect, but can also limit creativity by pressuring media texts to follow strict formulas. Producers also benefit by needing to establish fewer original elements for each new text within a genre.
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This document provides information about film genres and their conventions. It discusses key concepts around genre, including what defines a genre, common conventions, and how audiences interact with and derive pleasure from genres. It also examines subgenres and hybrid genres. The document analyzes Graeme Burton's theory of the key elements that make up a genre, including protagonists, stock characters, stock situations, icons, background/décor, and themes. It applies these elements to the horror genre and the film Scream. The document also discusses how genres must combine familiarity and innovation to evolve over time without becoming too predictable.
Exploration in genre
Genre refers to categories of media works that share similar elements. Graham Burton created an equation to define genres based on key elements like protagonists, stock characters, plot icons, situations, backgrounds, and themes. Genres have specific elements that define them, though some genres mix elements. For example, science fiction blends science facts with fictional storytelling. Horror films like Scream follow genre conventions but subvert audience expectations by having characters aware of those conventions. Stock characters are minor roles that audiences expect to see. Icons are especially important for identifying genres immediately, like blood and violence in horror. Genres are important for audiences and producers, as audiences prefer certain genres and producers can market films based on iconic genre elements.
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Why do genres change over time
Genres change over time due to changes in society, technology, audience expectations, and media institutions. Target audiences for genres have become younger overall, and audiences now expect genres to both follow conventions and introduce novel elements. Individual influential texts, directors, authors, and stars can also significantly impact genres by defining conventions or bringing new approaches. Media institutions aim to profit from popular genres and influence the styles and themes produced. As society changes, genres evolve to reflect new values and representations.
Genre theory
This document discusses genre theory and the concept of genre. It provides definitions of genre from various theorists like Warren Buckland who describes genre as categorizing films into groups based on their type. The document discusses how genre helps audiences and industries classify works and influences what is produced. It also notes that while genres provide structure and familiarity, deviations can confuse or please audiences. Several genre theorists are quoted discussing topics like genres borrowing conventions, genres being defined by repeated codes and conventions, and genres changing over time and contexts.
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This document provides information about film genres, subgenres, and hybrids. It begins by defining genre as a category or kind used to classify films. Thirteen basic genres are listed such as drama, comedy, action/adventure, and horror. Subgenres are defined as combinations of two genres, like romantic comedy or disaster films. Hybrids combine three or more genres or subgenres, for example science fiction/action westerns. Students are assigned a homework task to create a diagram exploring a genre in more detail, including its purpose, conventions, examples, subgenres, and a hybrid. Examples of good and poor diagrams are provided to demonstrate the level of detail and organization expected.
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Genre is a way of classifying texts into categories to help audiences understand and engage with them. There are three main types of genre: major genres, sub-genres, and hybrid genres which combine elements of multiple genres. Genres are defined by common narrative structures, character types, settings, visual elements, and themes. They help audiences understand what to expect and target specific viewer demographics. While genres provide predictability, they also evolve over time to reflect societal changes.
Genre
Genres are characterized by recognizable features that audiences know and expect. They rely on stock characters, plots, locations, music and narrative structures. While genres help audiences experience predictable stories, they also risk becoming formulaic which can limit innovation for producers and exclude texts that are difficult to categorize.
Past Exam Questions Explained
This document provides past exam questions from 1997 to 2007 related to film genres and conventions. The questions assess understanding of genre elements, conventions, how genres change over time, ways films provide predictable and unexpected elements, how genre enhances appreciation, criticisms of genres being formulaic, how genres help or restrict filmmakers, and reasons for genres' continuing success. Students are expected to analyze specific films in their responses and consider social and technological factors that influence genres.
Theory
The document discusses several media theorists and their work. It summarizes Steve Neale's genre theory, focusing on how genres rely on repetition and difference. It also outlines Andrew Goodwin's six key features of music videos. Finally, it briefly describes Tzvetan Todorov and Vladimir Propp's narrative theories, including Todorov's five stages of conventional narratives and Propp's identification of character types or spheres of action.
Genre theory
Genre theory proposes that films can be classified into categories or genres based on common conventions. Genres help audiences and the film industry understand what to expect from different types of films. While genres provide a familiar structure for audiences, some theorists argue they have become overly formulaic and that audiences now expect genres to be played with and hybridized. There is debate around whether genres are static categories or constantly evolving in response to changes in society and audience tastes.
Genre theory
Genre theory aims to classify films into categories based on shared characteristics. Genres help audiences understand what to expect from a film and help the film industry target demand. While genres provide structure, they are also dynamic and evolve over time to reflect societal changes. For example, war films now depict cyber wars, and comedies feature less stereotypical humor. Genre theorists debate whether genres are fixed forms or constantly changing through hybridization and borrowing between genres. Overall, genres provide benefits of structure for audiences and industry but can also restrict creativity and risk alienating audiences if conventions are not pushed or blended in new ways.
Tie genre
This document provides guidance on analyzing how a film text conforms to or challenges conventions of its genre. It lists elements of genre to consider, such as conventions, iconography, storylines, themes, imagery, dialogue, and technical codes. It notes that the film This is England is an example of the social realist genre, which aims to comment on social issues through themes of racism, masculinity, and poverty in 1980s Britain. Visual elements like naturalistic lighting and handheld camerawork reflect the conventions of social realism but are used to serve the film's themes.
Film art
According to the seminal book "Film Art" by Bordwell and Thompson, film language refers to the basic techniques of cinema and how they function together to create meaning within a film. The document discusses how understanding film language and genre conventions is essential for students to create their own short films and effectively analyze other films. Students are advised to research the history and techniques associated with the genre they choose and apply some conventions in their own work.
Film cover and review2
Here are three examples of film magazine reviews with analysis:
Example 1: Sight & Sound (British Film Institute)
- Prestigious arts magazine focusing on critical analysis rather than promotion
- Academic tone and language, assumes reader has in-depth knowledge of film theory/history
- Long form essays and reviews dissecting themes, style and place within the director's body of work
- Black and white layout emphasizes intellectual/artistic focus over entertainment
Example 2: Empire (UK mass market magazine)
- Accessible writing style aimed at general audience interested in popular/blockbuster films
- Colorful layout with stills grabs attention of readers browsing newsstand
- Strikes balance of critical analysis with entertainment
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Genre
Genre helps film producers target their intended audience by categorizing films and using familiar conventions. It provides viewers with an idea of what to expect so they can choose films they will enjoy and avoid surprises. Over time, genres have changed and hybrids like romantic comedies have emerged to appeal to broader audiences.
Film genres
Film genre is important for both producers and audiences. Producers need to engage target audiences through certain genres in order to earn money from their films. Genre theory is used to categorize films based on factors like storyline, director, and audience expectations. While genres help describe films, they are not static and can change as societies and ethics change over time. There are many established genres like westerns, rom-coms, thrillers, and sci-fi, but new genres may emerge as technology advances and audiences' interests evolve.
Genre Research
This document defines genre as the method films are constructed and edited to appeal to certain audience characteristics. It provides examples of common genres like action, comedy, and horror. Genre creates familiarity for audiences and helps producers and institutions market films. The document discusses genre hybrids that combine elements of different genres, as well as sub-genres that originate from main genres. While genres have typical conventions, they also evolve over time to keep audiences interested.
Genre
This document discusses the concept of genre in media. It begins by defining genre as a type of media work governed by implicit rules shared by its creators and audience. Genre comes from the French word for "type" or "kind." Works are classified by genre by their creators, marketers, reviewers, and consumers. Genre studies examines common structural elements and patterns in collections of stories. Conventions distinguish genres, like settings and characters in westerns. Genres develop over time through a lifecycle as audiences and creators establish expectations. They allow audiences to understand new works and creators to rely on familiar tropes.
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Genres are characterized by recognizable features that audiences know and expect. They follow familiar formulas using stock characters, plots, locations, music and narrative structures. This allows for instant communication with audiences and means producers do not need to establish characters and plots. However, genres can become too formulaic and texts that do not fit genres have trouble being distributed.
Introduction to Genre
Genres are defined by characteristic features that audiences recognize through familiar formulas and conventions. These include stock characters, plots, locations, props, music, and narrative structures. Genres are appealing to audiences because they know what to expect, but can also limit creativity by pressuring media texts to follow strict formulas. Producers also benefit by needing to establish fewer original elements for each new text within a genre.
1. genre
This document provides information about film genres and their conventions. It discusses key concepts around genre, including what defines a genre, common conventions, and how audiences interact with and derive pleasure from genres. It also examines subgenres and hybrid genres. The document analyzes Graeme Burton's theory of the key elements that make up a genre, including protagonists, stock characters, stock situations, icons, background/décor, and themes. It applies these elements to the horror genre and the film Scream. The document also discusses how genres must combine familiarity and innovation to evolve over time without becoming too predictable.
Exploration in genre
Genre refers to categories of media works that share similar elements. Graham Burton created an equation to define genres based on key elements like protagonists, stock characters, plot icons, situations, backgrounds, and themes. Genres have specific elements that define them, though some genres mix elements. For example, science fiction blends science facts with fictional storytelling. Horror films like Scream follow genre conventions but subvert audience expectations by having characters aware of those conventions. Stock characters are minor roles that audiences expect to see. Icons are especially important for identifying genres immediately, like blood and violence in horror. Genres are important for audiences and producers, as audiences prefer certain genres and producers can market films based on iconic genre elements.
Intro to dark knight and batman
This document provides an overview and introduction to studying the films The Dark Knight and Batman for an exam focusing on the American superhero action genre. It defines key genre terms and conventions, discusses the genre's narrative and stylistic elements, and examines how the two films fit within and potentially subvert genre expectations through scenes and character analysis. Students are instructed to take notes on scenes from both films to assess how well they adhere to or challenge typical superhero film conventions.
Why do genres change over time
Genres change over time due to changes in society, technology, audience expectations, and media institutions. Target audiences for genres have become younger overall, and audiences now expect genres to both follow conventions and introduce novel elements. Individual influential texts, directors, authors, and stars can also significantly impact genres by defining conventions or bringing new approaches. Media institutions aim to profit from popular genres and influence the styles and themes produced. As society changes, genres evolve to reflect new values and representations.
Genre theory
This document discusses genre theory and the concept of genre. It provides definitions of genre from various theorists like Warren Buckland who describes genre as categorizing films into groups based on their type. The document discusses how genre helps audiences and industries classify works and influences what is produced. It also notes that while genres provide structure and familiarity, deviations can confuse or please audiences. Several genre theorists are quoted discussing topics like genres borrowing conventions, genres being defined by repeated codes and conventions, and genres changing over time and contexts.
Genre subgenre hybrid
This document provides information about film genres, subgenres, and hybrids. It begins by defining genre as a category or kind used to classify films. Thirteen basic genres are listed such as drama, comedy, action/adventure, and horror. Subgenres are defined as combinations of two genres, like romantic comedy or disaster films. Hybrids combine three or more genres or subgenres, for example science fiction/action westerns. Students are assigned a homework task to create a diagram exploring a genre in more detail, including its purpose, conventions, examples, subgenres, and a hybrid. Examples of good and poor diagrams are provided to demonstrate the level of detail and organization expected.
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Genre is a way of classifying texts into categories to help audiences understand and engage with them. There are three main types of genre: major genres, sub-genres, and hybrid genres which combine elements of multiple genres. Genres are defined by common narrative structures, character types, settings, visual elements, and themes. They help audiences understand what to expect and target specific viewer demographics. While genres provide predictability, they also evolve over time to reflect societal changes.
Genre
Genres are characterized by recognizable features that audiences know and expect. They rely on stock characters, plots, locations, music and narrative structures. While genres help audiences experience predictable stories, they also risk becoming formulaic which can limit innovation for producers and exclude texts that are difficult to categorize.
Past Exam Questions Explained
This document provides past exam questions from 1997 to 2007 related to film genres and conventions. The questions assess understanding of genre elements, conventions, how genres change over time, ways films provide predictable and unexpected elements, how genre enhances appreciation, criticisms of genres being formulaic, how genres help or restrict filmmakers, and reasons for genres' continuing success. Students are expected to analyze specific films in their responses and consider social and technological factors that influence genres.
Theory
The document discusses several media theorists and their work. It summarizes Steve Neale's genre theory, focusing on how genres rely on repetition and difference. It also outlines Andrew Goodwin's six key features of music videos. Finally, it briefly describes Tzvetan Todorov and Vladimir Propp's narrative theories, including Todorov's five stages of conventional narratives and Propp's identification of character types or spheres of action.
Genre theory
Genre theory proposes that films can be classified into categories or genres based on common conventions. Genres help audiences and the film industry understand what to expect from different types of films. While genres provide a familiar structure for audiences, some theorists argue they have become overly formulaic and that audiences now expect genres to be played with and hybridized. There is debate around whether genres are static categories or constantly evolving in response to changes in society and audience tastes.
Genre theory
Genre theory aims to classify films into categories based on shared characteristics. Genres help audiences understand what to expect from a film and help the film industry target demand. While genres provide structure, they are also dynamic and evolve over time to reflect societal changes. For example, war films now depict cyber wars, and comedies feature less stereotypical humor. Genre theorists debate whether genres are fixed forms or constantly changing through hybridization and borrowing between genres. Overall, genres provide benefits of structure for audiences and industry but can also restrict creativity and risk alienating audiences if conventions are not pushed or blended in new ways.
Tie genre
This document provides guidance on analyzing how a film text conforms to or challenges conventions of its genre. It lists elements of genre to consider, such as conventions, iconography, storylines, themes, imagery, dialogue, and technical codes. It notes that the film This is England is an example of the social realist genre, which aims to comment on social issues through themes of racism, masculinity, and poverty in 1980s Britain. Visual elements like naturalistic lighting and handheld camerawork reflect the conventions of social realism but are used to serve the film's themes.
Film art
According to the seminal book "Film Art" by Bordwell and Thompson, film language refers to the basic techniques of cinema and how they function together to create meaning within a film. The document discusses how understanding film language and genre conventions is essential for students to create their own short films and effectively analyze other films. Students are advised to research the history and techniques associated with the genre they choose and apply some conventions in their own work.
Film cover and review2
Here are three examples of film magazine reviews with analysis:
Example 1: Sight & Sound (British Film Institute)
- Prestigious arts magazine focusing on critical analysis rather than promotion
- Academic tone and language, assumes reader has in-depth knowledge of film theory/history
- Long form essays and reviews dissecting themes, style and place within the director's body of work
- Black and white layout emphasizes intellectual/artistic focus over entertainment
Example 2: Empire (UK mass market magazine)
- Accessible writing style aimed at general audience interested in popular/blockbuster films
- Colorful layout with stills grabs attention of readers browsing newsstand
- Strikes balance of critical analysis with entertainment
Film promo research The Theory Of Everything
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Genre refers to categories of media or artworks that share similar stylistic elements. Steve Neale argued that genres rely on both repetition of conventions to provide familiarity for audiences, as well as some differences to maintain engagement. Genres establish expectations through elements like settings, characters, narratives, iconography, and style. While genres provide predictability, successful works sometimes break conventions to surprise audiences. Genres help audiences decide what to watch by providing categories, but viewers also enjoy when genres innovatively combine familiar and new aspects.
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The document discusses genres in film and their conventions. It defines genre as a category of art that helps classify films into groups to indicate their content. Genres create certain moods and audiences expect certain narrative elements and story developments based on the genre. Examples are provided of common genres like comedy, horror, thriller, and romance and their typical characteristics around characters, plots, music and more. Institutions aim to appeal to audiences by sticking to genre conventions so their films are easily recognizable and understandable.
A1 ms genre
Genre refers to the categorization of media texts such as music, films, television programs, magazines, and video games. In media studies, genre is used to analyze how media texts are constructed, how they create meaning, and how they are received by audiences. Genres are defined by common characteristics and conventions shared across examples of a particular type of media. Genres allow audiences to understand what to expect from a media text and help the media industry produce predictable, commercially successful content. However, genres must also feature some novelty and variation over time to continue engaging audiences.
Niche vs mass
Horror films target niche audiences for several reasons:
1) Niche audiences are the most interested fans who want to provide input to help improve horror films and keep the genre alive.
2) Horror films appeal to smaller, passionate fan bases rather than mass audiences because the genre is less popular.
3) Targeting niche groups allows filmmakers to focus on fans with unique interests in horror and create films that will appeal specifically to them.
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- 2. Why is Film Genre important? Genre is important to both producers and film audiences.This is because producers need to engage their target audience, if the audience is not interested or engaged in the genre they wont watch the film. If the audience doesn’t watch the film then the producers of the film will not make any money and will not be successful. Genre theory is used in the study of films so that they can be categorized. Genres are dependent on various factors such as story line, director, what the audience expects, etc. In using Genre theory we can decide on how our film is described. However, this is not just a simple means of labeling or classifying films.Genres can constantly change as different social groups/ethics come about. Since society is always able to change and shift it’s form, Film Genres need to do the same.
- 3. What is Film Genre? Conventions Formal Conventions: The Plot – e.g. an unsolved mystery The theme – e.g. Revenge Stylistic Conventions: Slow Motion/Editing/Music Iconography (use of images) – e.g. close up of a specific item Stars associated with that genre to engage target audience: Angelina Jolie – Action Nick Cage – Adventure Jenifer Aniston – Rom-com Etc.
- 4. What types of FilmGenre are there? There are many different types of Film Genres. One of the first Genres to exist was Westerns.These have now evolved and changed into genres such as rom- coms, psychological thrillers, horrors, science fictions, comedies, romance etc. This is because as society has changed, audiences have grew different interests and so films have had to change and evolve to meet those demands.This has therefore boosted movie ratings and the advance in technology has also helped produce those films. It is also possible that in the future we will see new kinds of sci-fi and horror films as CGI and other technology becomes more available towards film producers. Allowing new effects to be created.
- 5. What types of FilmGenre are there? • Action • Adventure • Comedy • Crime and Gangster • Drama • Epics/Historical • Horror • Musicals/Dance • Science Fiction • War • Westerns These film genres can also become hybrids such as Rom-Coms and Dark Comedy. http://www.filmsite.org/genres.html