Thriller is a genre designed to keep audiences on edge with suspense, mystery, and high tension. Here's a breakdown of its key elements:
Core Characteristics
- Unpredictable Plots ⚡
Twists and turns that challenge expectations - Atmospheric Setting 🌫️
Often uses dark themes and eerie environments - Character Psychology 🧠
Focuses on protagonists facing moral dilemmas
Popular Subgenres
- Psychological Thriller
- Crime Thriller
- Political Thriller
- Sci-Fi Thriller
Notable Examples
- Gone Girl (2014)
- The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
- Prisoners (2013)
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