Movie Research: Inception

 Hello, my name is Jose Retana.

What conventions of this genre did I see in this movie?

This movie has a lot of medium camera conventions like medium shots and medium close ups, helping us see the background while also keeping in touch with the characters emotions. I as well took note of the mix between diegetic and non-diegetic sound, mostly notably in the intro of the movie. Also, the use of sound bridges add layers and smooth transitions. Probably the highlight convention throughout the entirety of this film is cross-cutting, used in the intro and the final scene. Sets and lighting play a major part in this film, which is common for psychological thrillers. 

What conventions did I like?

I especially liked the use of sets and lighting in this movie, which is common is psychological thrillers. It created a sense of tone and vibe to it. The cross-cutting I liked as well. It made a special sense of action that is prevalent in this convention. It isn't as common in psychological thrillers, but this film combines it. Finally, I appreciate the use of sound bridges, overall they're characteristic in a wide range of genres, but in psychological thrillers and this movie, it enhances continuity.

What conventions did not appeal to me?

I really only have one type of convention that doesn't appeal to me. That is any type of medium shot like medium shots and medium close ups. I see them all the time, no matter what film I watch, they are there. They have become unoriginal and a bland shot technique to me. I would remove it from my project, but the thing is it's so prevalent that I can't. I don't know any other convention that could replace them.