Movies and TV shows are entertainment mediums that tell stories through visuals, music, and action. They can be divided into distinct genres with each having its own distinctive style and narrative. Some genres are more popular than others.
Drama
The drama genre refers to movies that depict high stakes situations and intense conflict. They usually follow a narrative plot structure that propels the story forward while keeping viewers intrigued. Drama movies typically feature emotionally driven characters in various styles that create an engaging narrative experience. Examples of this genre include Citizen Kane (1941), The Godfather (1972), and The Social Network (2010).
Historical
The historical genre is a subcategory of cinema that examines the past of great events or individuals. These films may be based on actual events, which can be highly accurate; alternatively, they may be fictionalized to tell an entirely new tale.
Sci-fi
Science fiction is a film genre that utilizes scientific or technological elements to create worlds with alternative realities, typically set in the future. These alternate universes can range from serious to humorous and often draw upon science to explain events depicted. These detailed worlds often rely on science for explanations behind what occurs within them.
Fantasy
Fantasy is a film genre that depicts the creation of fantastical worlds, often filled with magic or otherworldly creatures. These films have become immensely popular due to their stunning visuals and captivating storylines that rival reading a novel.
Ethnic
The ethnic genre is a film genre created to cater to audiences sharing similar cultural or ethnic characteristics. Examples include films made for African American, Latino, and Yiddish groups.
Western
The western genre is a film genre that depicts life in the American West. It includes films about cowboys, Indians and other aspects of western culture. This genre has been around for decades and continues to be highly sought-after within Hollywood today.
Horror
The horror genre is a film genre that features monsters and other frightening creatures. It can range from simple films that focus on the terror of the supernatural, to more complex works which attempt to parody or mock the genre with comedic touches.
These movies can be frightening, yet also funny and enjoyable to watch. For instance, some use monsters as teaching tools or reminders that people should be thankful for what they have in life.
Comedy
Comedy is a film genre that highlights humorous scenes and characters. It can range from simple stories about friends to more dramatic tales. Comedy films range from documentaries and comedies, or they could even be parodies of these genres.
