codes and conventions of a horror

Codes and Conventions

·      Shows the film clips in the title sequence

·      The use of dark settings

·      Low angle shots

·      The use of the protagonist in the shots

·      The use of CGI to show more gory stuff.

·      Close up on the protagonist

·      Builds tension

·      Slow pace

·      The use of narrative themes

·      Point of view shot

·      The use of young teenage characters

·      The use of handheld cameras

·      Always a female victim