What is Sub Genre:
Sub genre is a variation of an already established genre such as action. They follow many of the same codes and conventions which is linked to the genre but also follow different codes and conventions which are unique to there sub genre an example of sub genres of Horror include zombie vampire and paranormal.
The thriller genre has many different sub genres. They sometimes cross into each other they include:
Action Thriller: This sub genre tends to have stories with a protagonist and antagonist. There is a lot of violence and other elements such as car chases and characters working against time, a lot of action thriller cross into other genres such as spy and example is the bond films
Drama Thriller: The stories are very slowed paced and you learn a lot about the characters. Its can be seen as restricted viewing as we learn new developments with the characters. Examples of Drama thrillers are Disturbia and Gone Baby Gone.
Legal Thriller: Many of the films consist of a lawyer, the protagonist fighting a legal battle with the antagonist, were it is important not to win the case but also because his life may depends on it and possible his family. Examples include, The innocent man
Psychological Thriller: This sub genre often involves a lot of emotional and psychological suspense then actual physical suspense. Alfred Hitchcock was known for this type of thriller examples of his are. Strangers on a train.
Religious Thriller: These movies have story lines related to so religious theory or prophecy. It often contains religious objects as key to the story line. May stories use religious symbols as we all associate them with thriller and also they have a natural feel of uncertainty. May of the films cross into other genres such as horror and action. Examples of films are stigmata.
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