This document discusses the key elements of different film genres including horror, comedy, action, and romance. For horror films, common characteristics are a "final girl" character, the use of weapons as props, and isolated or urban settings. Comedy films vary more but often feature silly and serious characters and costumes that represent the characters' personalities. Action films typically have settings in big cities and feature weapons as props, while costumes depend on the type of action (e.g. superheroes vs police). Romance films usually focus on just two main characters, have romantic locations, and feature simple costumes and soundtracks that match the mood of each scene.

1. REFLECTION ON GENRE

2. • Horror
• Comedy
• Thriller
• Romance
• Rom-Com
• Action
GENRE

3. Characters- It is very popular in horror that there is a final girl, a final girl is
usually the innocent chaste character whom lives throughout the film. There is
also always some form of a killer or a group of killers.
Props- There are always props included in a horror, including the most
popular weapons such as knives, guns, tools etc. These props are usually used
throughout as the killer will have a favourite.
Location- The location based on a horror is usually somehow isolation or set
in an urban location. This allows the film to create impact and drama.
Costume- Costume usually varies on characters, for example the
promiscuous character would be clothed in very inappropriate costume
whereas the innocent final girl would be the complete opposite.
Sound- Sound is very important in a horror film as it creates impact and
suspense. For example in jaws, the popular high pitched theme tune is heard in
the background to create suspense.
HORROR

4. Characters- Characters associated with comedy will vary throughout. There will
always be the silly type, serious type, boring, funny characters etc.
Props- There aren’t set props in comedy as each comedy film is different given
which area of topic they are basing it on. For example in Role Models, they use a
large mascot truck to represent their stupidity.
Location- Again location all depends on what the comedy film is about, it usually
is a normal homely place such as their home, the park a mall etc.
Costume- Costume within comedy usually represents their attitude and stupidity.
For example the most hilarious character will be clothed in very weird clothing
showing their personality.
Sound- In a comedy the soundtrack usually varies to create laughter. For example
in ‘what to expect when you’re not expecting’ When the dads are walking there
non- diegetic rap on in the background, this rips off the typical gangster films
making it a typical comedy.
COMEDY

5. Characters- With action, it all varies with characters as to what kind of action it is.
If the action film is anything like a marvel action film then there will be
superheroes instead of the typical police characters.
Props- Props in action are usually based on weapons such as knives, guns, bombs
etc. However if it is a superhero based action film then there won’t be any of the
typical violent props.
Location- Most action films are based in big cities, such as James Bond. However,
again if it was a superhero action film the location would be more isolated or
perhaps in another world.
Costume- Costume all depends on the type of action film. For example in James
Bond, he would be clothed in very smart suits and police would be clothed in their
proper uniform. On the other hand, if it was a superhero film, they would be
clothed in typical superhero costumes.
Sound- Finally with sound, sound is very important as it creates suspense and
makes the action scenes become more dramatic and enjoyable.
ACTION

6. Characters- With a romantic film, there are usually only two main characters.
The two typical characters that fall in love.
Props- Props may vary with what type of romantic film is based on. For
example, wedding rings may be involved.
Location- with romance films they are usually filmed somewhere romantic,
such as Paris or Italy.
Costume- Characters in a romance aren’t set out to be funny therefore no
inappropriate clothing is involved, just simple plain clothing for each
character.
Sound- Sound in a romance film is usually very slow and either happy or sad
given which scene it is being used in.
ROMANCE