The horror genre has many typical conventions that help an audience understand that a film fits under the horror genre. Some of these conventions consist of setting/atmosphere, lighting, sound, cinematography, mise en scene, and editing. Horror movies typically contain dark eerie settings that instill a sense of fear into audiences. These types of movies also utilize low key lighting to establish a feeling of mystery. Sound is important when creating a horror film. Horror films typically use sounds to create intensity. Sounds like creaking floors, howling wind, intense screaming, and footsteps are all common sounds within horror films. Cinematography helps audiences to connect and understand the films better. Cinematography such as handhelds help the audience to feel as if they are in the characters shoes which creates an even greater feeling of terror. Some common uses of mise en scene are the colors red and black, abandoned homes, weapons, crosses, and closets. Crosses are common due to the idea that Christian rituals will destroy evil. Closets often represent a forbidden place where evil hides. Editing such as fast cuts create a sense of chaos within horror films.
These typical horror conventions inspired the cinematography, lighting, editing, and sound that are showcased within my opening scene. I utilized the convention of gloomy settings. I decided upon filming in the dark woods which creates a sense of skepticism. The use of handhelds within my opening sequence highlight the genuine fear Alyssa is feeling. The shaky camera makes the audience feel as if they are present and feeling the terror themselves. Mise en scene can be found in my sequence as well. Specifically the colors red and black. The color red is encoded to represent blood whilst black is used to represent fear. Typical horror conventions help audiences understand that a film fits under the horror genre.
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