Project Research

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Exploring the Thriller Genre

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INTRODUCTION
For my project, I chose to explore the thriller genre. I was drawn to thrillers because they are some of the most suspenseful and thought-provoking films ever made. Unlike action or comedy, thrillers keep you on the edge of your seat by building tension, creating mystery, and exploring the psychological side of characters. I enjoy how thrillers constantly make you question what will happen next and often end with surprising twists.

Through my research, I learned that thrillers have a long history. In the early 20th century, directors like Alfred Hitchcock shaped the genre with suspense classics such as Psycho (1960). Later, thrillers expanded into different forms like psychological thrillers (Taxi Driver), crime thrillers (The French Connection), and supernatural thrillers (The Sixth Sense). Today, films like Donnie Darko and Se7en show how the genre blends with sci-fi, horror, and drama to keep audiences engaged in new ways.

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CLASSIC EXAMPLES 👻

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PSYCHO

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This is one of the most famous thriller scenes in film history. Hitchcock builds suspense with silence, then shocks the audience with sudden violence and sharp music. It's considered a classic because it redefined thrillers, showing psychological fear and breaking story expectations by killing off the main character early.

SE7EN


The finale of Se7en is the perfect example of thriller suspense. The camera drags out the reveal of what's in the box, forcing the audience to feel the same anxiety as Detective Mills. The shocking twist ending unsettles viewers and makes them question morality, which is why this scene is remembered as a classic moment in modern thrillers.

DONNIE DARKO


This clip shows how thrillers can cross into the psychological and supernatural. Donnie's disturbing conversation with Frank, the man in the rabbit suit, creates tension and confusion about what's real. The unsettling imagery and unanswered questions keep viewers on edge, making this a strong example of a psychological thriller.


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Final Thoughts

These three films highlight how diverse the thriller genre is. Psycho demonstrates pure suspense, Se7en reveals the power of shocking twists, and Donnie Darko Blends thriller with surreal mystery. I chose this genre because thrillers constantly evolve while always keeping their main purpose keeping the audience tense, curious, and questioning until the very end. 



























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