Portfolio Project Genre #1

Genre: Action

I chose action movies because it is a very popular and interesting genre. Movies that fall under the action genre usually involve aspects of high stakes and taking big risks. This includes but is not limited to: impressive stunts, high-stakes fights, a battle between two opposing sides, and overall a feeling of danger. Some good examples of action movies are "Tom Cruise: Mission Impossible", and "Avengers Endgame". Movies listed above include very intense, explosive parts and also some cool plot-twists. Action movies are also very fast paced which adds additional suspense and hype.

The target audience for action movies are typically teens and older adults with the range ranging from 13-40. Additionally, these types of genres are typically more aimed towards male viewers, but more recent movies have been trying to bridge that gap. Also, People who watch action films tend to favor fast-paced stunts instead of slow, boring talk. 

Action films follow a standard convention and include a strong, main protagonist with an evil antagonist which the protagonist strives to defeat by the end of the film. The main plot is driven by conflict that involves fast-paced fighting, aggressive shootouts, and explosiveness. The films usually have higher stakes than most genres so the plot has to stay relevant throughout without losing the cool action scenes. Most action films include evil vs. good, and the protagonist usually overcomes the conflict through mental skill, physical ability, or some other type of relevant skill that allows them to win. The dialogue is also pretty straight forward and functional, dialogue exists to advance the plot further.

The techniques include quick and jump cuts to emphasize the chaotic and fast-paced environment, along with a handheld camera for shots that need extra chaos. tracking shots and low angle shots are also utilized to establish power or movement. Moving on, CGI may be used for extreme, high-detail dynamic shots that require very extreme visuals. This includes explosions, dangerous stunts, and also energetic fights. Lighting usually plays out so it focuses on the particular subject such as a fight. Sound techniques represent the vibe of the scene, for example, high energetic, upbeat music can be played to foreshadow a potential fight. Sound effects can also reinforce the idea for a given scene (bones breaking for example). Moving back to the shots, close ups and extreme close ups can be used to showcase extreme emotion such as determination, pain, or victory.