This is a list of common film genres and the generic conventions found in them. This will help me as it gives me a clear list of generic conventions for different genres, as well as an example of a film opening for each.
Action
Fight scenes
Weaponry
Car chases
Animation
CGI
Usually tied in with another genre (such as family)
Often unrealistic (inanimate objects are often given personalities)
Comedy
Humour
Light-hearted or satirical
Sarcasm
Family
U/PG rating
Happy ending
Information is not withheld
Horror
Gore
Violence
Fear
More realistic than Thriller
Romance
Love
Usually have a happy ending
Emotional
War
Military
Weaponry
Violence
Often historical
Adventure
Journey
Mystery
Overcoming obstacles
Crime
Detectives
Police
Mystery
Illegal activity
Drama
Controversy/conflict
Real life situations
Audience can realate to characters
Mystery
Unknown
Little information given out
Questioning
Historical
Portrays a historical event/period
Serious or satirical (Such as a mockumentary)
Usually as accurate as possible, within political limitations (unless satirical)
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