
11.29: Elemental Thriller as a Subgenre
Writing Excuses
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Crafting Suspense in Thrillers
This chapter examines the key elements that differentiate thrillers from other genres, emphasizing the creation of peril and urgency in storytelling. Through cinematic examples, the speakers highlight the nuances of tension and character competence, particularly in contrasting superhero films. They also discuss the importance of intertwining multiple challenges for protagonists to maintain suspense and engagement throughout the narrative.
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