Horror Genre Research

 Conventions used

 Camera Angles, Movement and shots : 

- the use of unusual and unique angles to create a confused and unsettling feeling.

- Close ups 

- Dramatized Dutch angles

- Low angles

- Tracking and Panning Shots

- POV

Mis-En-Scene :

- Costumes tend to vary

- Lighting is usually dark, underexposed, maybe even with shadow appearances.

- Acting may consist of freight, scary acting, and fear

- Make up varies among characters

- Props may include knives, chains, and other sorts of weapons. The use of fake blood and makeup can be used.

- Setting may be located in isolated or abandoned places; rural and suspicious. 

Sound :

- sounds usually are high pitched and alarming the audiences.

- sound motifs can be used to dramatize scenes, especially when something/someone in particular keeps appearing.

- diegetic sound of footsteps, crunching, slashing of tires, screams, etc.

Editing :

- Fade in/Fade outs can resembles mystery ( ex. as someone closes there eyes the screen may darken)

- Jump Cuts

- cross cutting

Film Examples :

Elements we like in this genre : We love how we are able to enjoy a film of unpredictable moments. The idea of the unknown and mystery stimulates many, including us. We enjoy the feeling of suspense and dramatic acting among the characters. The use of props is very different and unique in comparison to other films. There is not much we don't like about this genre. If we had to select one, the use of artificial props such as hearts, lungs, and other organs can be slightly disturbing and gooey in a sense.