Assignment 29
- 1. Conventions of the sub-genre ‘Devil, Demons and Hell’
- 2. Plot: • The plot usually focuses on the rituals and exploits of the main antagonist. • The Devil plays a key part in the plot. • The plot is usually based on religious beliefs.
- 3. Characters/representations: • There are three types of characters in this sub-genre: • The main antagonist. • The protagonist. • The antagonists victims. • The antagonist is usually a character that has been possessed by the devil. • The protagonist defeats the devil and is usually a religious figure (a priest). • The main antagonists victims are shown as weak and helpless when confronted with the main antagonist.
- 4. Setting: • Conventional settings for this sub-genre are forests, but also religious settings are also included. • The main antagonist is found in a remote location e.g. a forest • The protagonist is found in a religious setting e.g. a church
- 5. Camera Work: • Extreme close ups are used commonly in this sub-genre to show off the antagonists exploits in detail. • Strange angles and canted camera shots are used, mainly to create distortion and confusion.
- 6. Sound: • Religious music is played in these films • Music relating to the antagonists culture • In some cases sound/music used don’t match the action on screen
- 7. Editing: • Chase sequences between the antagonist and his victims are a common convention • Long shots are used to emphasis the characters running. • Fast paced editing is also commonly used to emphasis the drama and tension. • When the drama is over the editing resumes to a close up of the victims or antagonists face.