Monday, 26 November 2012

What Is A Thriller?

What Is A Thriller?

A 'thriller' is a film, literature and television genre which involves lots of fast, frequent, action; plot twists and suspense.

It usually involves:

  • a protagonist who has to outwit or overcome a much stronger or more advanced villain. 
  • the main storyline is a quest or mission that the protagonist has to pass.
  • fast paced, frequent action.
  • suspense for the audience.
  • the protagonist is dragged into a web of violence and action
  • the protagonist and villain have a dramatic final battle.
An example of a famous thriller director, and 'father of modern thrillers', is Alfred Hitchcock. He is famous for making such films as: North by Northwest, Psycho, The Birds and many, many more.

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