Portfolio Project Genre #1

Portfolio Project Genre #1 

Hi blog, for my portfolio project I have to choose a movie genre to create an intro for. This week I've been thinking about which one to choose, and I've narrowed it down to two options: a romance intro in the style of "Enemy to Lover" or an action intro.

In this blog, I'm going to delve deeper into my research on what the action genre is like and what its introductions are like.

The action genre evokes emotions such as adrenaline, tension, and high energy. It is very popular among teenagers and adults who enjoy danger, spectacle, and physical conflict. It focuses primarily on dangerous and high-energy narratives. Action films usually feature a protagonist who has to solve a problem, whether it's an enemy or a dangerous situation. This protagonist is usually described as the hero of the story. The hero will have to overcome obstacles to achieve their goal, such as fights, chases, and explosions. The conflict is usually clear between the protagonist and the antagonist. The most common themes are survival, justice, and heroism.

The techniques usually used to generate the feelings and reactions so characteristic of this type of production are fast editing, dynamic camera movements, strong and very loud sound effects, and rhythmic music to create tension and excitement. The plot is usually centered around good versus evil, and life-and-death situations. The roles of the characters are clear and well-defined. To promote the film, they usually show the most exciting moments. For example, trailers often feature explosions and impactful moments to emotionally engage the viewer.

Two examples I really like are John Wick (2014) and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015). John Wick from 2014 is a very representative film of this style because it uses techniques like hand-to-hand combat and gunfights, and the protagonist is driven by strong emotions like revenge and anger. It uses very well-defined and energetic action sequences that clearly convey the narrative and the character's

Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) is a film that relies heavily on chases, stunts, and very little dialogue. It uses visual action to tell the story and maintain constant tension. The film is driven by movement and physical contact, with the main conflict being survival, or rather, character versus nature.

The beginning of these types of films is usually very striking, attempting to capture the viewer's attention. They often start with intense scenes such as fights, explosions, or missions to establish the theme, helping the viewer understand that the film is about danger and a central conflict.  This primarily highlights the film's energy and introduces the main character and their abilities in an active way, rather than through dialogue, showcasing their personality.