How these films are typical of a thriller?:
These films I have chosen, all have the same aspects which are typical of a thriller. The two screenshots are from the film 'Divergent' and 'Godzilla', the lighting of both these films are low key, which is normally integrated to a thriller film to aid tension, bringing a dark atmosphere projecting feelings of overall despair.
In thriller's there is various amounts of shot used depending on the location and sub genre of the film. For example in the first screenshot, 'Gravity', the most used shots are of extreme long shots or long shots, these are used specifically to the narrative and location, we know that space itself is a vast array of barren emptiness and so by manipulating the camera shots to the film, it signifies clearly how dangerous and lonely space is for humans, therefore creating not only the typical tension but suspense due to as we view the actions of the character, we are unaware of what will happen due to the endless possibilities space may have to be encountered. Typical thrillers such as 'Divergent' will have many close up shots and extreme close shots, to project feelings of claustrophobia and isolation leading to an increase in tension due to the framing purposely cuts out any other area and so the audience are more unaware of the surrounding area, this gives a sense of enigma. As you can see, the 'Divergent' screenshot just shows the protagonist surrounded by darkness as we are unable to see the outer area - we are wary about what is about to happen.
Characters and their roles are almost the same in a typical thriller, consisting of a protagonist, the first screenshot shows George Clooney, typically perceived as heroic and all knowing and powerful, there is also normally an innocent victim such the second screenshot shows of Sandra Bullock, a person who is unaware of danger and more susceptible to danger and death than any other character. Also there is sometimes a antagonist depending of the narrative, shown as powerful and seemingly unstoppable. For the film 'Gravity' the danger is brought about through physical events rather than a human creating danger. Overall what creates a good thriller is keeping the viewer intrigued and aware of the narrative, so by integrating a typical innocent victim, it keeps tension high through creating an unsafe atmosphere as we are almost a part of the victim. The large jumps of sound, 'stings', keeps tension high but also provides a fast paced feel, keeping the action flowing therefore keeping suspense high as we are surrounded by action at every point of view.
Word's associated with a thriller:
- Excitement - Protagonist/ Antagonist
- Unknowing - Crime
- Tension - Heart pounding
- Mystery/Enigma
- Suspense
- Fast paced
- Puzzle
- Action
- Cliff-hanger
Feelings projected from Shutter Island:
- Trapped/Claustrophobic - Paradox (multiple feelings)
- Uncomfortable - Uneasy
- On edge - Nervy
- Thrilled - Scared
- Captivated - Engaged
- Confused - Enigma
Mise-en-scene:
- Weapons - Non diegetic sounds
- scenery - dark - Tense music
- Low key lighting - Set outside
- Black and white - Abandoned setting
- Shadows - Special equipment
- Uniforms - Law enforcements - guns, badges
Themes of genre:
- Mystery - Solving a problem - Mind games
- Stopping trouble - Political conspiracy
- Escape - Paranormal pursuit
- Chase - Crime scene
- Revenge - Terroism
- Anxiety - Life message
-Mind games - Assassination
Characters:
- Protagonist:
. Hero . Civilian
. Teacher . Innocent bystander
. Journalist . FBI
. Student . Side kick
. Explorer . Soldiers
- Antagonist:
. Villian . Assassin
. Psychotic . Stalker
. Mental . Prisoner
. Seek revenge
. Supernatual
Narrative:
- Beginning:
. Introduces characters
. Finds problem to solve
- Middle:
. Tension builds up to a point
. Realises he's/she's been tricked
- End:
. Problem resolved- possibly death
. Cliff-hanger
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