A thriller can be described as: "a novel, play, or film with an exciting plot, typically involving crime or espionage". Thriller's are intended to engage and excite an audience. Three of my favourite thrilled have involved:
The Silence of the Lambs
I found this an incredibly fascinating watch. The story entails a psychologically unstable serial killer, who forms an unusual and interesting relationship with a training psychologist. The film makes you question the plot and ask questions. I felt on edge throughout the whole film, and for me this was very effective, making the film successful. The intention of the film I think is to have an uncertain and intrigued audience, wanting more.
Salt
This film is also a strong thriller, and heavily incorporates police and the secret service into it. The narrative explains the film is about a woman who is an investigator and detective. The film includes many fast action packed chases, with many special effects and chaotic scenes. I like the film as it constantly moved forward and always had somewhere to go. It was a fast moving and complex film.
Paranormal Activity
Paranormal Activity, is a mockumentry and sometimes be classed a s a horror, however I disagree. Although the aim of this film is to scare an audience, I also feel there is something more psychological behind the story. In this film we never see anything out of the ordinary (including blood or anything gory) we witness simply suggestions and this works powerfully alongside actors reinforcing these suggestions.
It is clear none of these films are similar and intact are contrasting, however, in my opinion these are all definite thrillers as there intentions are to disturb and excite an audience.
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