Exploring 3 Genre For My Brief

 
3 Film Genres

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I am researching which genre I will use for my film opening. These are the ones I’m most interested in because I love the elements of suspense and the use of music that make the audience feel different emotions. I’m not an expert in any of these genres, so the research was necessary. Once I decide which one I’m going with, I’ll start watching movies and reviews in that specific genre to see how people get creative and inspire new ideas for myself.

Crime:

When it comes to the crime genre, one of the key elements you’ll always see is an investigation and an illegal act being committed. Most of the time, the crime is done by a gangster, serial killer, or a civilian committing murder. Murder is usually what’s explored in this genre, and many movies use it as their premise. However, crimes like bank robbery, kidnapping, and abuse are also popular. What makes this genre special is how law enforcement handles the situation and how the story builds up to the suspect being found. Honestly, this genre is one of my favorites, but creating a film opening for it would take a lot of planning to capture the suspense and tension that come with crime.

To visualize what I want for my film opening, I’ll start by watching different crime films—analyzing the conventions and how directors express different emotions through camera angles and editing. I’ll also watch behind-the-scenes footage to see how filmmakers design their movies and develop ideas that fit this genre. Doing these things will help me slowly shape what I want to create and bring it to life.

Horror:

While researching horror, I discovered that even though there are specific elements unique to the genre, you can create all types of characters and scenarios. This is because horror is all about shared nightmares—like serial killers or killer clowns. Furthermore, depending on what scares you, you can make an entire film about it and create a new fear for others who might have never experienced it before. Many horror films reflect common fears of their time, such as aliens, grotesque creatures, or invasions. In this genre, you’ll always find jump scares and intense music paired with action or chase scenes that make audiences feel anxious and afraid.

I like this genre, but I’ll most likely not make my film opening horror. Right now, I’m just not interested in creating a horror film opening because it feels like a common choice that many people explore. I want to try something more unique and challenging. If I ever change direction, I might consider horror.

 Thriller:

Thriller is a genre I’ve always been interested in, so learning more about the elements that make it unique excites me. This genre is all about tension and suspense, often conveyed through high-stakes conversations paired with eerie music. For a thriller film to evoke strong feelings, the plot has to be engaging enough to keep the audience guessing what comes next. Usually, this genre includes elements that create pressure for the characters—like a countdown clock. When time is running out, the character risks missing an important opportunity, which makes the viewer feel the same anxiety as the character.

This is most likely the genre I’ll go with for my film opening. It will probably be paired with another genre, but for now, it’s the one I most enjoy imagining and want to create.

What's Next?

I’ll pick one of these genres, or pair two of them, and start researching popular movies, subgenres, and conventions within the genre I choose. As I research, I’ll slowly start designing what I want my film opening to look like.