Friday, 25 September 2009

Typical Conventions For 'The List'

Narrative Conventions - teenager who was previously bullied. she wants revenge and for people to die.

Character Conventions - Hidden face (mystery), shes a young person (teenager) villain - victim

Typical Iconography - Dimlight/low key, lack of continuity (typical in teaser trailers) creates suspense. Props such as wood (to cxarve into and make natural scratching noises with pen) and large hoodie (to cover girls face)

Camerashot Conventions - Long shots at the beginning (also creates tension). Many close ups towards the end.

Editing Conventions (including special effects) - occasional fast cuts. builds tension. added sound effects and eerie soundtrack which gradually grows louder towards the end.

Casting Conventions - Average looking teenage girl with long dark hair.

Sound conventions - No dialogue. No voiceover. eerie soundtracks and soundeffects. Laughter which fades into background.

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