Horror films are seen to bring to mind our worse buried
fears. As well as that it seems to captivate and entertain us at the same time.
Horror films are based around the gloomier side of life. Lawrence Grossberg
came up with three theories that can be used to discuss the relationship
between genres. One theory states that genres have a common set of conventions.
This includes that horror films usually have a ‘somber, low-key lighting’ and
that most of the terrible scenes take place at night time. A key convention
that is common is the ‘sustained use of the point-of-view shots’. Also another
important convention that is commonly carried out is the’ strategic use of
sound’. This convention helps to build up fear when a certain part is building
up to a frightening scene, so it prepares the audience.
THE HORROR GENRE
Horror films are seen to have become more popular than
before as it is now that horror films are shown on TV more regularly and
bookshops contain more horror based novels. Also there are more horror based
series viewed on TV especially by teenagers.
CODES AND CONVENTIONS
Codes and conventions allow the audience to identify the
genre. The idea of genre is very beneficial for media producers as they allow
producers to ‘adopt and adapt’ formulas that can help them become successful
and popular with the audience.
Iconography is an important convention as it shows how
horror films have changed over time.
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