Sound Analysis

The music/sound that appears the most in action/thriller is normally intense and chilling, but then becomes fast paced. This is dependent on the scene. Many action/thriller music starts off quietly and slowly builds up.  I have analysed two different pieces of sound that could potentially be used in our opening sequence.


This sound is more thriller...

When I first listened to it I got goosebumps. I would like to think that this a good effect that hopefully our audience will have too. I also find it engaging due to the eery and dark sounds. It starts off quite and builds into creepy, spine chilling sound. However I do not feel that it is intense enough and it does not build up enough to shock the audience. 

                                       

In this clip it shows an example of action/thriller type of music from The Rock. Just like the first clip it slowly builds into a more dramatic piece. I feel that some parts of this particular track would fit in very well with our film. I feel that the strings really bring the intensity and the mood that our opening sequence has. 

My chosen genre

My chosen genre for my film is Action/Thriller. This is my research of this genre.

The aim of a thriller/action is to create suspense and excitement for the audience. It heavily stimulates the viewers moods giving them a high level off anticipation and anxiety. There are usually many car chases, violence and revenge.
The setting varies depending on the narrative. For example Taken was set in a suburban town, but then was moved to Paris, France for its new location.
The music is fast paced in scenes of violence and action to match the speed of bullets for example.
There are many cuts in the scenes of violence which allows the audience to see the action from many different angles. There are also many close ups on the face (sweat dripping) and weapons of violence.