The theme song from the film '28 days later' proves to be a very good example of a soundtrack that would be able to build suspension in a thriller film. Due to the piece being written in a minor key it immediately creates a sense of fear, tension and suspense. This was done through the use of strings, piano and also computer oriented sounds. Through the use of repeated phrases and the adding of instruments and vocalisation tension and fear begins to build up, part of the mise en scene of thriller films. All of which can be seen in the following clip. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6IuIww6Drw
Due to the emotion that the soundtrack created we used it in out short media piece, as it allowed us to slowly build tension, eventually leading to the climax.
Wednesday, 16 October 2013
Location Reccee (Prior Concept)
The following images that you can see will the locations for our thriller opening. The reason for the selection of the location is that the forest back drop provides a mysterious/scary vibe to the film. The lack of natrual lighting adds a sense of fear, as the lack of lighting will leave a sense of suspension as the audiance will have a lack of awareness due to the fact that they will witness less within the opening scene.
Monday, 14 October 2013
Friday, 11 October 2013
Wednesday, 2 October 2013
The representation of males within thriller films
- Within thriller films it appears that men are of either substantial wealth or either resort to crime in order to obtain wealth.
- Wealth appears to be the sole goal of many male characters within thriller films
- They appear to be on extreme an spectrum of either being a villain or a hero
- They also appear to thrive of either being in power or in search of influence
- It may be noted that many men within thriller films have fit physiques which adds to their image of being a hero, which may connotate to power and influence
- Although villains are more likely to rely on weapons and may not be as 'visually appealing'
- Men also appear to be less emotional within thrillers and usually take an active role within leading
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