Relationship to Genre

Relationship to Genre

Depending on the genre, the sequences of shots in a scene will be arranged in a particular way in order to fit that particular genre. 

In a drama, the editor may start with a wide shot and then zoom in on particular characters.

In order to add tension and build up in a scene, shots will often start off as wide and then develop into medium shots.

Closer coverage of characters will enable reactions and emotions to be highlighted due to facial expressions being shown in detail. 

In an action adventure film, shots may balance between wide shots of the action happening in the scene and closer coverage in order to highlight character responses.

Chase scenes often include closer coverage in order to display character responses to each piece of action.

In a horror film, the shots may stay wide in order to convey the vulnerability of a character. 

Using long takes whilst remaining on the same shot will create a sense of stillness. 

Stillness in horror genre will initiate violence and terror.