Some genres to consider

 Coming of age

 

Hello again! As a I "Layed Out" in my last post, some of the genres my group hope to emulate is the teen comedy genre or the horror genre. Here's a deeper look at some if the common themes within the genres. 

 

                                           Teen Comedy

 Plot

     A simple plot structure is almost always found in the teen comedy genre. Due to the nature of the audience's age (that being teenagers), the structure is slimmed down to its basics as to not confuse the audience. 

    A teen comedy movie usually starts by introducing a character(s) as one of the following stereotypes: The Loner, The Popular kid, The quirky kid, The nerd, or The hopeless romantic. Directors can play around with these tropes, but they serve as guidelines that most films follow in the genre. These archetypes of characters provide the groundwork for common themes and arcs found in teen movies. Some common arcs are the quest of popularity, searching for love, making new friends, or seeking new experiences.

 

The Vibe

  Teen Comedies are commonly lit naturally so the audience can resonate with it more. They are also lit with bright, warm colors to reflect the whimsical wonder and joy that comes with experiencing new things. By using these warmer tones, it creates a sense of nostalgia that draws audiences to the production across generations.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010) is the epitome of teenage comedy. 

Through it's absurd premise that somehow feels relatable, and it's 

unique editing style, we would love to emulate this special film

                                              Horror

Plot

Usually started by a scary inciting incident, horror follows a cascading series of events that lead to the protagonist solving a problem. 

    Tropes include a dumb character, a killer, a group of teens, and a smart character who figures it out. These tropes serve as guidelines for a potential horror production of ours. 

The Vibe

Scenes are lit dark and blue to give off a mysterious vibe, masking what's truly going on. It serves a purpose to unsettle the audience, making it easier to scare. 

Fear Street (2021) exemplifies the aspects of the

 horror genre we would want to 

emulate if we chose to follow the genre for our open