Research on our Selected Genre

Codes refer to the signs present in a film that convey meaning. Conventions refer to the behaviours in a film that are considered norm.

Every genre has its codes and conventions ; whether it be symbolic or technical. I will be listing the conventions of our film genre i.e horror. 

Symbolic conventions

  • secluded area
  • young children
  • large houses
  • stormy weather
  • weapons
  • dolls
  • religious symbols

Technical conventions

  • suspenseful music
  • low key lighting
  • jump scares
  • flashbacks
  • long takes
  • juxtaposition
  • silence

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