Portfolio Project Genre #2

Portfolio Project Genre #2 

Hello againnnnnn, this blog is about my research into the romance genre, more specifically the "enemies-to-lovers" sub-genre. In this blog, I will analyze what it consists of and how the introductions are developed in films of this type. This was the topic I ultimately chose for my portfolio project.

The enemies-to-lovers subgenre is about two people who start off hating each other or simply not getting along, and as the story progresses, they begin to fall in love. The typical target audience is teenagers and young adults who enjoy emotional films, drama, and romantic relationships. It's also popular with people who appreciate good character development. It's very popular among those who like a mix of drama and romance.

The plot in this subgenre usually revolves around a conflict or drama between two people. The characters initially don't get along due to a misunderstanding or because they believe they are too different. Over time, they are forced to spend time together, share experiences, and eventually come to understand each other better, leading them to fall in love.The techniques usually used are close-up shots to show their emotions more clearly, and lighting. There's a lot of dialogue, which is very important in this genre, especially sarcastic dialogue at the beginning, and then later in the film it becomes more emotional. Music is also used extensively to highlight changes in feelings.

Marketing usually focuses on the chemistry between the protagonists, highly emotional scenes, and dramatic moments. The posters typically show the protagonists physically together but emotionally distant to create tension.

One example of this subgenre is Pride and Prejudice from 2005. This film is an adaptation of Jane Austen's book, a classic novel where Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy initially dislike each other due to misunderstandings. For example, Elizabeth thinks Darcy is arrogant and prideful, while Darcy judges Elizabeth and her family too quickly. This misunderstanding and their differing personalities create tension and witty arguments as the story progresses. Over time, they get to know each other, their opinions change, and they fall in love. This happens primarily through the dialogue and actions that unfold in the story.

Another example could be The Hating Game from 2021. In this romantic comedy, Lucy and Joshua work together, but they have very different personalities, which causes them to clash and compete over everything. This constant bickering creates tension between them, which eventually turns into attraction. Their dialogue and actions lead to very complex situations that they solve together. As they spend time together, they begin to notice each other's positive qualities instead of just what annoys them. This film uses humor, flirtation, and emotional growth to show the plot twists and the evolution of their enemies-to-lovers transition.

The introductions in these types of films usually begin by establishing the conflict between the characters. They start by showing the audience how opposite they are. They do this through awkward scenes, arguments, competitions, or misunderstandings. The characters typically have very different personalities, which is often shown through their clothing and behavior. They usually have different values ​​and goals in life. The tone often starts sarcastic and hostile, with passive-aggressive dialogue and confrontational scenes. The introduction also usually shows how different their worlds were before they were forced to coexist. Beginnings with romantic interaction are usually avoided, using cool lighting and maintaining distance between the characters. These differences keep the viewer entertained and make the ending more satisfying.