Thriller Conventions

Thriller films have many features which are typical to the genre.

* They often use suspense, where we see a potentially dramatic event being built up to. The audience is thrilled by the anticipation of what will happen.

* They often use low-key lighting to create a dark, moody atmosphere which goes with the plots which are usually of a dark and dangerous nature.

* The suspense is also often complimented with music which often builds as the suspense does, adding to it.

* The plots usually feature a main hero and villain.

* The camera is often close up to the characters to increase the tension.

Video Project List

Our thriller opening follows a young girl on a night out. The film shows her getting ready and taking cocaine, showing she has a reckless lifestyle. Upon taking a Taxi she finds that the driver is taking her to the wrong location. She is dragged out of the car and into a house where she is taken upstairs and tied to a bed. The opening ends with her being left alone in the dark after the assailant taunts her with a knife from behind the door.

Props:
* Rope
* Towel
* Radio
* Wine Bottle
* Wine Glass
* Phone

Locations: We will be shooting the film at Jade's House.
* Bedroom - Light in dim lighting
* Street
* Car
* Kidnap Room

Characters:
* Girl
* Kidnapper