What is a Thriller?

A thriller is a genre of film that creates suspense and invokes an emotional/ physical response. Thriller's heavily stimulate the viewer's mood, giving them a high level of anticipation, ultra heightened expectations, uncertainty, surprise, anxiety and terror.

The target audience for thrillers are usually aimed at 15-35 years old. This is because once you get over a certain age, you get no rush anymore as you can expect the unexpected. Additionally, according the BBFC, a 15 rated film can contain strong violence, frequent strong language, portrayals of sexual activity, strong verbal references to sex, sexual nudity, brief scenes of sexual violence or verbal references to sexual violence, discriminatory language or behaviour and drug taking. Here are some examples of thriller films that are rated 15: Disturbia, When a Stranger Calls, The Call, Casino Royale, Mama and Orphan.