Menacing atmosphere, almost creepy, with a sudden out burst of violence such as crime or murder, these technicalities make up thrillers. Looking at thriller, there are many sub genres such as “psychological thriller” and “political thriller”. Black and white creates atmospheric tension by emphasising shadows. Mirrors also are used as a metaphorical tool along with stairs. The use of quick cuts to create tension and flashbacks to give a sense of the characters background.
The use of low key lighting leaves a lot to the imagination and forces certain thoughts on to the audience to turn their attention from what is actually about to commence. The use of sound is an important element in thrillers to create an atmosphere using orchestral instrument stabs such as screeches, ambience and surround.
The use of props is an important factor such as weapons e.g. knives, glass ETC… Also, in the film Train-spotting the use of needles, drugs and cigarettes. Location is also an important factor, setting a thriller in a gloomy warehouse instead of a right super market would really give an eerie and an atmospherically dark impact on the audience by giving it a sense of mystery.
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