Conventions Of A Thriller

• The aims of a thriller are to keep the viewers alert and as interested as possible, this can be done by giving the hero a problem they must overcome and sometimes obstacles such as criminals they much eliminate, some films use zombies, ghosts, skeletons, such enemies to keep the viewer scared and alert, however this can become easily unbelievable if done wrong, however these are usually used as it creates mystery and an unknowing element of what may come next.

• Music can create mood and atmosphere within a film, strong orchestral music is sometimes used, as it is practical because it will be an instrumental piece, also orchestra music has more of a deeper sound, helping the audience feel more drawn in to the movie.

• Editing is the most important aspect in creating an affective thriller, such as when a certain clip in the movie is tense, the editing will be choppy and quick, and this creates a faster, more energetic tempo to the section of the movie, which helps keep the audience on edge.

• Certain settings help give a mysterious and deadly environment, such as woods, they are usually used in thrillers; this is because it is a large area, usually away from civilization. Old houses or mansions are also used; this is because the house has history, giving the whole movie a deep feel and a creepier feel to it.

• Actors can be crucial in a thriller, the actor must fit the characters personality, or else it seems they are in the wrong position to the viewer, such as a character with a cutting edge, fighter personality will be played by an actor with a slick look and sharp features, this seems like a small aspect, but can affect the movie a lot.