Genre Research Analysis

Our first genre that we are researching is action. One common camera angle is a long shot. this is used to show things like stunts occurring and so the audience can get the big picture. Over the shoulder shots are also used to show another character from one character's perspective. In an action movie, the actors are usually people who are strong, or fit to play the characters. There is also often a "damsel in distress" who may need to be saved in the movie as well as villains. For makeup, there are usually a lot of makeup to depict wounds received during the film. There are many different settings in action movies but they mostly take place in popular urban areas/cities. The costumes depend on the character, but they are usually very noticeable if it is a character such as a superhero or even villain.  During action movies, there are many cuts to things like the actors' faces. There are also other cuts between scenes and things like flashbacks. Elements of the action genre include suspense, action, fighting, and stunts. Some examples of movies in this genre are Terminator Dark Fate and Avengers Endgame. I like the action and suspense that is created from this genre. Something I dislike is the violence.

Our second genre that we are researching is comedy. Some common camera angles used in comedy films are high and low angles. These exaggerate the subject and can make for some good shots. Hip-level shots are also sometimes used. They can show whats going on in the scene well while keeping the subject the focus of the shot. In comedy movies, a lot of the time it showcases everyday life made a little bit crazier. The setting of these movies are usually everyday places like cities or small towns. Characters normally have natural makeup and costumes or a more crazy look depending on the setting or plot of the movie. The lighting of comedy movies is usually natural and fits the setting of the scene. Some examples of comedy movies would be Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World, Anchorman, and Scary Movie. They often have zooming incorporated into these films. A lot of the time, the soundtracks of these movies will have hit songs of that year playing. Some elements of the genre I like are how lighthearted they can be and how the movies can make you laugh. Some elements I don't like are how the movies can be very subjective and if that style of humor isn't the kind you like, the humor will be lost.