First planning for my final film

Throughout all the research I have gathered into film especially within the thriller genre. I have discovered there is more depth to the genre than first thought, because of its many sub genres it gives a wide variety of film, from chilling horrors to highly emotive story telling. To give example of the two extremes would be The Purge and The Imitation game.

First Ideas

• A story line that does not give much away 
• Mystery based thriller, tension based
• Suited to deep thinkers those who like to be puzzled and made to think beyond the storyline  
• Target audience teenagers

The sub genre of psychological thriller is a personal favourite, because it is based heavily upon the mind rather than physical acts characters commit. Typically the protagonist becomes involved in a situation that is negative, threatening, upsetting, or disturbing, and will affect their whole psychological state, leading them to portray a unique abnormal character.
I have decided that this speaks volumes to me as its pure emotion makes the audience sympathise with the character and I believe this is one of the most intriguing and powerful effects film can have on a viewer. Because of the wide experience I have had watching this specific genre of film I know how to take inspiration and adapt creating something of my own and hoping to still have the same effect on viewers. 

My love for thriller films

   

Pictured here are just a few example thriller films I love and enjoy to watch. I would say that thriller has been my favourite genre from my early to mid teens. I was first introduced into this genre by films such as Silence of the Lambs, Seven and Taxi Driver. The whole aspect of these films amazed me and the psychological twisted acting by Anthony Hopkins in Silence of the lambs fascinated me.  I also love how the majority of films in this genre consist of complicated, intense story lines that puzzles you, makes you think deeply and can fully immerse you into the temporary reality of that world. They often trick the audience with shocking climax's or a huge twist ending.   

The shots I have chosen are some that have impact on me the most, I find them highly dramatic and perfect for a chilling atmosphere.  

The third picture is one of my favourite impacting shots, taken from silence of the lambs, this high angle birds eye shot allows us to view the full carnage of the scene caused by this character Hannibal Lecter. Although high angle shots are more commonly associated with a threatening intimidating vibe over a vulnerable character, this effect creates the opposite effect. 

With closed eyes, face looking up and blood all over his body his stance as though looking up to the heavens in relief of praise, looks peaceful and content after the murder he had commited. His body language is perfect for showing he has no remorse within this twisted psychotic atmosphere.    

I have found that Thriller films can be heavily based on mystery, this could be that the whole story line is complex and does not give a lot away, or it can be found within a character who is reserved and hard to read with a back story. This has been used in film for all sorts of characters and I think this aspect is an important feature, that I wish to include in my short film.