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Genre Theory

Genre Theory

What Is it?

A theory that involves classifying a film into a category, which contains other films that have similar aspects such as film techniques, narratives, or charatcers.

What I learnt

This video helped me learn whatGenre Theory is, at a more indepth understanding. He explained it with clips from movies, making it easier to understand and follow what he is saying. It showed how genre has developed, and how it effected the industry.

Codes and Conventions

Jump Scares

Suspenceful Music

Weapons

Screams

Cliff-Hangers

Slow Tracking Shots

Mystery

Dim Lighting

Wide Angles

Police

Death

Sudden Silence

Old Buildings

Myths and Legends

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The 'ingredients' of a film