Genre

Why did you learn? 
What are the debates around genre? 
What is the importance of star association with a genre?
What can we look for to identify a genre?
What about the triangular relationship?

You could write some bullet points to sum up your responses.        


During a lesson we learnt a variety of different genres, we learnt the importance of certain genres such as Thriller and the different groups to Thriller. There are many debates around genre, debates such as what movies are associated with the Thriller genre. However there is not just one type of Thriller Genre, for example there are: Action Thriller, Crime Thriller, Film-noir, Psychological Thriller, Science Fiction Thriller, Religious Thriller.


SUB-GENRES OF THRILLER:

Action Thriller

This sub-genre uses physical action to create suspense and emphasis within the film. It contains physical stunts, chases, fights, battles, and races. These scenes contribute to the overall sense of danger within the film. 

Examples: Die Hard, Kill Bill Vol. 1, The Bourne Identity.


Crime Thriller

This sub-genre incorporates suspense and usually center on a serial killer, robbery or manhunt. Crime Thriller's contains physical action but also psychological aspects to build tension and suspense.

Examples: The Usual Suspects, The Fugitive, Jagged Edge.







Film-noir


This sub-genre is a stylistic type of crime-drama or thriller that was popular throughout the 1940s and 1950s. The film would consist of black and white style with stark lighting effects.

Examples: Sunset Boulevard, The Maltese Falcon, Sweet Smell of Success.

Psychological Thriller

In addition to the traits of a regular Thriller, a Psychological Thriller incorporates elements of drama and mystery film. The suspense in this sub-genre comes from the mind, rather than from a psychical threat.

Examples: Memento, Rear Window, Taxi Driver.

Science Fiction Thriller

Science Fiction Thriller incorporates hypothetical, science-based themes into the plot of the film. Traditionally, a Science Fiction film will incorporate heroes, villains, unexplored locations, fantastical quests, and advanced technology.

Examples: Aliens, Inception, District 9.


Religious Thriller 

Religious Thriller film incorporates religious themes, including religious questions, ceremonies, and objects. Though some films can revolve around a specific church, many Religious Thrillers include supernatural experiences not pertaining to a certain religion. Exorcisms, demon possession, and church cover-ups are typical themes of Religious Thrillers.

Examples: The Devil’s Advocate, The Ninth Gate, The Da Vinci Code.


 

 The importance of star association with a genre is what attracts the audience to the film. An example of star association would be in the movie 'Just Go With It' . This movie contains actress Jennifer Aniston, and Adam Sandler. Both of these actors are Stars within the film industry and because they are extremely high up on the scale them both being in a film together will attract the audience. Also because they will have fans who always watch their films, the promotion for a film containing them both will be immense. Star association allows the audience to be able to recognise the video and will make the film appeal more to the audience, the public and fans.