WHAT IS A THRILELR?

WHAT IS A THRILELR?A thriller is much more than this general view however, and so here is

a specialist definition;

“Thriller Film is a genre that revolves around anticipation and suspense. The aim for Thrillers is to keep the audience alert and on the edge of their seats. The protagonist in these films is set against a problem – an escape, a mission, or a mystery. No matter what sub-genre a Thriller film falls into, it will emphasize the danger that the protagonist faces. The tension with the main problem is built on throughout the film and leads to a highly stressful climax.”

A THRILELR TO ME…A thriller film is all about feeding the viewer clues throughout the viewing

about the film plot. It should encourage the viewer to continuously guess who

or why and then feel a sense of gratification once the truth is revealed. It should be based around a mystery or

a mission that builds in tension and climax. I think a thriller should always leave a small amount of the plotline as a mystery, like the ending of Inception

where the spinner doesn’t stop – suggesting the protagonist is still

dreaming.

feeding the viewer clues

continuously guess who or why

builds in tension and climax

Thriller - Genres

Sub

Conspiracy thriller: In which the hero confronts a large, powerful group of enemies whose true extent only he recognizes.

Crime thriller: This particular genre is a hybrid type of both crime films and thrillers that offers a suspenseful account of a successful or failed crime or crimes.

Erotic thriller: A type of thriller that has an emphasis on eroticism and where a sexual relationship plays an important role in the plot.

Political thriller: In which the hero/heroine must ensure the stability of the government that employs him.

Psychological thriller: In which (until the often violent resolution) the conflict between the main characters is mental and emotional, rather than physical.

Spy thriller: In which the protagonist is generally a government agent who must take violent action against agents of a rival government or (in recent years) terrorists.

Supernatural thriller: In which the film brings in an otherworldly element (such as fantasy and/or the supernatural) mixed with tension, suspense and plot twists.

Techno thriller: A suspense film in which the manipulation of sophisticated technology plays a prominent part.

Legal thriller: A suspense film in which in which the major characters are lawyers and their employees.