Genre research: Birdbox

 The second movie I have chosen to research is Birdbox. This movie came out in 2018. It centers around a woman and two children completing a trip blindfolded. They are running from an evil that is wiping out the population. This movie is an amazing example of the horror genre. 

  • What elements of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?
This movie has many common elements. Low key lighting plays a big role in determining the mood. There is violence which is almost a staple in any horror film. There is a multitude of appropriate props as well as costumes falling under the movie's mis en scene. 
  • What elements of the genre did the movie have that you like? 
This movie had an anxious atmosphere. This was an element I really enjoyed. You never knew what was going to happen next. I loved that the film left me on the edge of my seat. 

  • What elements of the genre did the movie have that did not appeal to you?
There were not many elements of the film which I didn't enjoy. The only thing I have a slight problem with was the antagonist/ villain angle as it was represented by a creature no one knew much about. Therefore, there was no clear backstory of the antagonist. Other than that this movie was a pretty standard horror film.  

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