Genre
Genre means a category or type - it is useful within the subject of film, as it assists in grouping films according to their plot and appearance. We learn that genre can be ‘manipulated’. Codes and
conventions are used to help us recognise the type of film we are watching.
Having the concept of genre helps producers to make and market their films to
an audience. We study that genre can be looked at in two ways: sematic (the way
a film looks) and syntactic (the stories told).
Teen film codes and conventions are frequently repeated, and based
around the coming of age.
We can split up Teen Films into two categories (sub-genres):
Youth Drama
Youth Dramas revolve around social dilemmas that the main character faces and focuses on the problems of adolescence, the main character is often male. The teen audience favour this sub-genre, as it is seen to be more authentic with the representation of teens and youth, rather than High School Dramas. The main character often rebels and in conflict with others. Youth Dramas represent youth as a difficulty.
High School Drama
High School Dramas often focus on the idea of youth being 'fun' and celebrating youth. They became popular in the 70s, 80s, and 90s. High School Dramas often focus on changes, makeovers and conflicts with different social groups. It is frequently 'girl centred', although sometimes with a male main character. The relationships between teens and young adults, with institutions like school, college, home etc. are often shown in High School Drama.
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