Movie Conventions Research: Enola Holmes

What conventions of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?

This movie has a very complex and interesting plot. Throughout the multiple plot twists, it is hard to predict what will happen next, and it keeps the audience excited. Such as when the villain was suspected to be Linthorn the assassin at first, it was actually the Dowager. I want to incorporate this aspect into my movie by using different plot twists and having a detailed storyline. The movie also drops a lot of clues that hint to the viewer the story which I always want to do as well. 


What conventions of the genre did the movie have that you liked?

The movie gave a suspenseful atmosphere, keeping the audience engaged. The music fitting each scene and the lighting help make the audience feel like they are in the movie. The expression and acting of the actor also help to convey anticipation. I additionally like Enola Holme’s use of characters such as including Sherlock Holmes, a recognizable and popular detective. 


What conventions of the genre did the movie have that did not appeal to you?

One convention of this genre is the period of time and setting it is in. The movie is set in the Victorian age, which is seen by the costumes and locations. While this is a popular time era for many mystery movies, trying to incorporate a Victorian setting into our final task would be difficult and costly. 




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