Investigation into similar genres

Investigation into similar genres

 

 

Action

 

Action films are usually fast paced with a large budget, used to create special effects, stunts, gun battles and high speed chases. They usually contain very distinct, often two-dimensional heroes (the good guys) and the opposition, generically evil ‘bad guys.’

The hero tends to kill numerous amounts of unnamed ‘bad guy’ henchman to get to the leader of the ‘bad guys.’ Personal vendettas between the protagonist and antagonist commonly exist.

 

I have decided not to make an action film due to the need for a high budget, and access to high quality special effects.

 

 

Dramas

 

Dramas, unlike action films, generally portray realistic characters, settings and events in a serious narrative. Character development and interaction is a main focus of the films. Usually they contain minimal special effects, and can be made on a low budget. The script is arguably of a greater importance in dramas than other genres. There is also a greater focus on the acting ability of the lead roles.

 

I have chosen not to do a drama as I am limited in options with actors, and so finding good actors to carry the roles well would be difficult.

 

Science Fiction

 

Science Fiction films generally contain a futuristic theme, including advanced technology and aliens. They tend to rely heavily on special effects and extravagant sets. Their aim is escapism, and they can also sometimes contain horror elements. Sometimes they share a few qualities with action films, in that they tend to have a main, singular hero, and the ‘bad guys.’ Mostly the hero will prevail after many setbacks.

 

Much like action films, I have chosen not to do a sci-fi film due to my low budget, and lack of access to high quality special effects.

 

 

Westerns

 

Westerns are a classic genre in the American Film industry. They portray the early days of the American frontier. They contain similar plot elements to action films, with ‘bad guys’ and ‘goodies,’ though the distinction between the two is less clear in westerns sometimes, with the ‘goodies’ still being thieves and outlaws. The ‘cowboys and Indians’ theme is also a common theme in westerns. You can expect to see dusty towns full of wooden housing, saloon bars and cowboys wielding revolvers.

 

I have chosen not to make a western film due to the location not being one I can access easily, and also my low budget.