codes and conventions

  code/convention 1

Sounds is a code/convention that conforms to the genre of thriller this is generally used to create various moods that affect the audience in various ways based on the mood that the sounds create. This is shown within the opening sequence at 2:43 in which provides the sound of panic amongst the class whilst the teacher is attempting to calm down their class without no knowledge of what is going to happen to them during this situation which keeps the audience unsure of what is to occur next with the panic of the class being the only clue. 

  code/convention 2

Lighting is another code/convention that conforms to the genre of thriller which is used to represent dark atmospheres to create a sense of mystery or to scare. In this case it is used to create a sense of mystery as there is a blackout that occurs this leaves the audience in a sense of confusion in a way that is uneasy as the class is in a state of fear as they dont know what has happened and are unaware of what is about to happen once the lights are back on as they make a shocking discovery. This is shown at 2:55 where the blackout happens and everyone is afraid as they can't see anything.

  code/convention 3

Editing has been used as techniques such as transitions are evident within the opening sequence as they are present throughout the duration of the opening sequence this is done so that it is does not just run without the use of effects to make it look more intriguing for the audience as it will keep them interested in the entire opening sequence therefore wanting to see the entire film itself.