Generic Conventions
The Bourne Identity: Man on the run Thriller
Narrative: Car chases, gadgets and weapons.
Iconography: We expect to see some violence, guns, explosions and chase.
Characters: The spy is usually the main character. Appears as quite a strong and confident character able to solve missions. Usually seen as having authority and power.
Camerawork: over the shoulder shots, long shots, mid shots, close-ups
Settings: Mostly set outside or in the car, the bank
Blade Runner: Dystopian Science Fiction Thriller
Narrative: Classic investigation, chase. Reinforces an alpha male character as the detective.
Iconography: Stated where it was set at the very start. Eyes are used as a motif. Flying cars, projection onto buildings.
Characters: Typical detective, supernatural, clear protagonist, create suspense by playing deceptive games with each other.
Camerawork: Close-ups, mid shots, back tracking. Special effects.
Settings: Often based around reality. Normal everyday life however, tricks the audience into thinking they are living in a game. b
Urban environment, rundown areas, bars, hotel rooms, dark buildings or roof tops.
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