Most thrillers all use the same conventions and techniques and are generally expected in all to make it effective. This can include;
To create an effective Thriller we incorporated a number of these conventions. The thriller opening me and my group have made uses, develops and challenges forms and conventions in a number of ways. We have used very similar techniques to which are used in psychological thrillers. Included in this would be the element of mystery, as well as the usual forms of action and fear, which are typical for a thriller.
One film that influenced us was 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly'. As shown below, we attempted to recreate the scene with extreme close ups on the eyes of the characters in order to show their emotions such as Christy's fear.
Another film that influenced us to make a good thriller was 'The Grudge'. We based Beth's costume and make-up on that of the grudge. We did this because we believe it to be scary and unnerving.
Without referring particularly to a specific film, we used the idea of a stalker in our opening, which in used in a number of thrillers. The camera is set up in a way which suggests the character is being watched, for example:
When it came to the setting of our thriller our main inspiration was 'No Country For Old Men'. When watching the film earlier in the year in class, we discussed how having a deserted and isolated setting portrayed the idea of the character being alone and helpless. We used the warehouse and no other people are seen other than Christy which means if someone was to happen to her, no one would be around to help her.
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