Thriller sub-genres

Genres are often divided into sub-genres, this gives a clear idea of what is the type, what the production is about and what it contains.

ACTION THRILLER - The Happening

Action Thrillers usually contain guns, explosions and large elaborate set pieces for the action to take place.

HORROR THRILLER - Orphan

Horror Thrillers in which the main character is put in danger and his/hers main enemies are unknown or unrealistic creaters in which he/she must destroy to achieve.

POLITICAL THRILLER - Eagle Eye

Political Thrillers in which the hero/heroine must ensure the stability of the government that employs them.

CRIME THRILLER - Law Abiding Citizen

Crime Thrillers often focuses on the criminals and emphasize action over psycholoigical aspects. Central topics of these films include murders, robberies and chases.