2. Thrillers usually consist of a battle between a villain and a hero. Most the time they are both normal unexpected people, Thrillers include a lot of violence and a chain of bad events which builds tension and suspense. The hero character always ends up saving the day.
3. - The aim of a Thriller is to create suspense and excitement for the audience - There are a whole range of different types of Thrillers such as Spy-Thrillers, Horror-Thrillers etc - It always revolves around action - The hero is always an ordinary guy put into an un-ordinary situation - Thrillers use violence a lot - There is always a 'puzzle' which the hero always discovers towards the end of the film
4. They Include 1: Low key lighting 2: Quick cuts 3: Shadows 4: Tension music 5: Changes in angle of shots 6: Dietetic sound of breathing 7: Black and white shot
5. Characters • A hero (protagonist) who is often a brave male who wants to restore truth. • A Villain who has hidden identity which the audience will uncover as the • film goes on.
6. Story lines of Thrillers are designed so the audience will think it can happen to them, which will make them scared.
7. The directer will include lots of jump cuts as there will be things happening that the audience is unaware of, but is essential for the film to make sense. Cross cutting is a key point in editing as it is used to build suspense which is essential for a Thriller. Continues editing is used to help the audience understand the film better.
8. Music is also essential in any film to understand the mood of the characters and atmosphere. It adds suspense and tension. It often starts at a slow pace then builds up, it makes it more dramatic for the audience.
9. mise-en-Scene • The location is important as it helps the audience establish the theme • Lighting, often low key to build suspense • Costumes, Villain (wears black) Hero (Often wears every day clothes) • Composition • Acting, Hair and makeup
