Definition of a Thriller
A thriller is a widely expressed genre with a number of sub-genres; it is used in film, television and literature. Thrillers are profiled as quick pacing and timing, lots of action and the hero who always seems to outsmart his opponent/villain. Suspense is constantly used in many thriller films. In many thriller films cliff hangers are used as it leaves the audience in excitement. In most thrillers they are normally set in public places, cities or deserted or barren land. The main character is usually a male figure, to be described as ‘tough’, far more superior than his enemy. They could be shown as spies, soldiers or aviators. They always come into contact with danger that would confront them on their way to seek revenge.
A thriller can include the following sub genres;
Action thriller- this often is a race against the clock, contains lots of violence and an antagonist, the villain.
Jason Bourne series, James bond are examples of action thriller.
Disaster thriller- the main source of course is natural disaster, e.g. floods, earthquakes.
The day after tomorrow is an example of a disaster thriller.
Horror thriller- the main object is fear placed throughout, normally fighting something more powerful than them selves. Attracting for example a monster and becoming a victim.
Saw series, 28 days later are both example of horror thriller.
A thriller is a widely expressed genre with a number of sub-genres; it is used in film, television and literature. Thrillers are profiled as quick pacing and timing, lots of action and the hero who always seems to outsmart his opponent/villain. Suspense is constantly used in many thriller films. In many thriller films cliff hangers are used as it leaves the audience in excitement. In most thrillers they are normally set in public places, cities or deserted or barren land. The main character is usually a male figure, to be described as ‘tough’, far more superior than his enemy. They could be shown as spies, soldiers or aviators. They always come into contact with danger that would confront them on their way to seek revenge.
A thriller can include the following sub genres;
Action thriller- this often is a race against the clock, contains lots of violence and an antagonist, the villain.
Jason Bourne series, James bond are examples of action thriller.
Disaster thriller- the main source of course is natural disaster, e.g. floods, earthquakes.
The day after tomorrow is an example of a disaster thriller.
Horror thriller- the main object is fear placed throughout, normally fighting something more powerful than them selves. Attracting for example a monster and becoming a victim.
Saw series, 28 days later are both example of horror thriller.
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