Genre research for Preliminary Task

Thriller is a broad genre that includes numerous sub-genres (explained later). The basic thriller is characterised by fast-paced frequent action and strong protagonist's who must thwart the plans of the better equiped villains. In simple terms its a villain driven plot whereby the Protagonist must overcome many harsh obstacles to defeat his foe. We chose this Genre for our prliminary as it is an extremely flexible type of genre whereby we can adapt it to suit our own ideas etc.

The Thriller genre has numerous sub-genre's some of which include elements of other genre's, these include:

Action thriller: This will often feature some kind of race against the clock, containing lots of violence and action sequences as well as an obvious antagonist. These films usually contain very many props such as explosions, guns and a vast crew of extras as well as large elaborate set pieces for the action to take place. These films often have elements of mystery films and crime films but these elements take a backseat to action. Possibly the most notable example of an Action thriller comes with the ‘James Bond’ films.

Crime thriller: This genre offers a thrilling account of a successful or failed crime or crimes. The emphasis is mainly on the criminals in this type of Genre rather than on the policemen themselves and feature more action sequences than any other type of aspect.

Disaster thriller: The conflict in this Thriller sub-genre usually comes from a type of natural disaster such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, volcanoes, etc.

Drama thriller: This is normally of a slower paced action focusing more on character development rather than kick ass action sequences.

Horror thriller: The main group of characters is put in danger from a usually unrealistic source such as zombies etc who they must destroy to achieve their goal.

Erotic Thriller: The clue is in the name, simply a mix of erotic adult type film mixed in with Thriller.

Psycholoical Thriller: Rather than following the usual gravitas of being a physical conflict, this genre shows confilct mentally and emotionally.

Religious Thriller: The plot is always closely connected with religous beliefs and religous objects are used throughout.

Most Thrillers are made using a combination of the above sub genre's, the most notable of these being the horror sub genre. Due to there being so many sub genre's within Thriller me and my group felt that this would suit us well when it comes to thinking up ideas and creating our opening sequence.