Genre Research: Action



 

Through a PowerPoint project done in the beginning of the school year I was able to discover the conventions and components of the action genre. We were offered multiple genres to choose from, but I decided on action, since it was my favorite type of genre. In this project I investigated the common sounds, angles, camera movements, mise-en-Scene, as well as elements of action. I later reflected on what I learned about the action genre in film by describing my likes and dislikes of the genre. I found that the elements of action are clearly defined heroes, and continuous motion and action. This includes physical stunts, chases, fights, battles, and races. To consistently keep up with the vast amount movement that takes place in action film, camera movements like tracking, pan, steadicam, and zooming are used. Common angles in the action genre are eye level angles, low angles, high angles, and Dutch angles. High angles show powerlessness like displayed in Godzilla and King Kong Point of views. Dutch angles can show disorientation, which can be highly apparent in action due to physical fights; portrays the fighting as real. Lighting in action films can alternate between three point and low-key lighting. Action films utilize both diegetic and nondiegetic sounds, like bone crushing, mysterious phone ringing, dialogue, and stings. Most typically include an original score or soundtrack. Like most films the costumes in an action film depend on the setting and time interval of the film. Props of an action film are also dependent on the setting and period of the film, but the most commonly used prop is guns. Action is typically paired with other genres like science fiction. Some examples of action films are The Equalizer, Bad Boys, and Transformers. Transformers is an example of action and sci-fi being combined to create a film. There were multiple stunts and battles, but the plot was based on a science fiction theme. After researching and detailing action through this project I discovered my dislikes for the fall period of action films. I do however love the physical stunts, chases, fighting, and battles in action films.  

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