Introduction to Thrillers
What is a Thriller?
A Thriller is a genre that revolves around anticipation and suspense typically involving crime or espionage. The aim for Thrillers is to keep the audience alert and on the edge of their seats. Many people find thrillers very enjoyable, and they appreciate the fast pacing and complex plots associated with this genre.
Examples of a Thriller?
North By Northwest - Mistaken for a government agent by foreign spies, an advertising agent travels cross-country trying to survive.
Sub-Genres of a Thriller?
Action Thriller - This sub-genre will often have continuous motion and action including physical stunts, chases, fights, battles, and races. E.g : Die Hard
What is a cliffhanger?
A cliffhanger is the ending of a film or story that leaves the character in a seemingly impossible situation, such as hanging off the side of a cliff. The purpose is to make the story so interesting that the audience thinks what is to happen next and to carry on watching.
What is a red herring?
A red herring is an extraneous character meant to divert the reader's attention from the true killer/robber/etc. It is usually a logical choice for the culprit, but ends up being nothing.Thrillers typically involve sudden plot twists and lots of red herrings.
Recipe for a thriller:
- Plot Twists i.e: red herrings
- Resourceful hero (weaker)
- Suspense -> Thrills -> Cliff hangers
- Sound (usually music)
- Villain driven plot (powerful)
- McGuffin ( villains care about but audience do not)
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