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.