Horror Conventions

Setting: setting is used for many purposes such as creating an atmosphere for the openings desired mood e.g. tense/exciting. Or to create a realistic sense of the films location.
Costume/masks and make-up: these are all used for effect and as a use of interpreting the characters such as for a villain or evil character in a horror film they may wear a mask or dark mysterious clothing. These can also be used to set the time period of the film.
Props: props are also a convention that is used for effect they can be used to add a realistic sense to the film also for example; using torches and weapons. They also create an atmosphere to the film
Lighting: Lighting that is shining on characters can manipulate the audiences view of that certain character for example if there is soft bright lighting shining on the character the audience will feel appreciation to them. Lighting can also be used to create a harsh gloomy atmosphere for horror films.
Sound: sound can be used to create tension and suspense in horror films. Silence is often used in horror films as it leaves the audience unaware of what is going to happen next, the silence if generally followed by loud noises to scare and make the audience jump.