Analysis of Genre

Musicals – John Tinney, Sophie Lindsay, Sarah-Ann Bird

Sub-genres

Gothic

Comedy

Fantasy

Crime

Drama

Romantic

Example

Conventions

The main character is usually famous/the best or wants to become famous

Usually high key lighting

Bright costumes

Set in a place/time where music features as part of the life – Moulin Rouge – nightclub – High School Musical – drama club

Singing randomly isn’t seen as weird

Stars and Directors

Rob MarshallGene Kelly

Barbra Streisand Richard o'Brein

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