Conventions of a Thriller Film
The aim of a thriller film is to create suspense and excitement within the audience. Thrillers often use busy streets and busy atmospheres in a usually urban or suburban area. The narrative normally revolves around an enigma including a hero to whom is the only person to reveal the truth. Violence is very central to the thriller genre. The hero and villain although are opposed, they share characteristics. The hero is often an outsider as well as being a very secretive character.