RESEARCH - opening thriller scene

An example of a thriller opening scene which demonstrates the conventions is 'The Taking of Pelham 123'.

This demonstrates the conventions as it uses fast pace music suggesting it is more action pact. This is also shown through the fast pace tempo and pace of the editing and scenes. Sound Fx are also used such as the train noises which helps create a city like atmosphere. Characters are also introduced as we get close ups onto their faces and it indicates that they are linked somehow. There are many shots of the location which shows us that it is set in a city. Titles also appear but it pops up to help go with the quick pace tempo of the scene. All this helps to hook the audience in and it helps them to get a sense of the genre.