Genre Research: Action

 In action films, there is a variety of components that makes it fit into its genre. Commonly seen lighting in action films includes can range from low-key lighting to high-key lighting. Both of which create a certain type of atmosphere depending on the scene. Camera angles basically make up the movie whether it is to allow the audience to understand what is happening in the scene or the viewpoints of different characters. In many action movies, there are establishing shots, which show the audience what is happening in the movie. Whether it is filming a fight between protagonists and antagonists or it is to highlight the importance of the location in the film. There are also establishing shots, Ariel shots, and mid and high-angle shots. This is to also create a deeper understanding of what is being filmed below and creates a more dramatic feel to the scene. Movement in action movies is what creates a flow in or between scenes. Common camera movements like Pans, zooms, reverse zooms, tilts, and crane shots create that flow in films. It shows the audience what is happening, highlights the characters' actions or feelings, and creates a "cool" effect in certain scenes. Mis-En-Scene is what connects the movie together. From costumes to make up it creates each character. The visual art in movies and part of characters illustrates their personalities and importance in the movie. For example, make-up used in action movies are more commonly used to make actors or actresses appear as if they have been fighting. Fake blood and bruises and other special effects are commonly used for this. Props are also used in action movies such as guns, fighting gear, and many other weapons. Many elements such as stunts, chases, explosions, and destruction are used to really make the action come alive.