Wednesday, 12 October 2016

HISTORY OF THE DRAMA GENRE

Early years (1940's)-
In the early years of film there were mostly pantomime styled melodrama in silent films.


1950's-
There was a rise on well-known dramatic actors such as Montgomery Clift, Glenn Ford, James Dean and Marilyn Monroe were notable dramatric actors. Dramatic Films focused on character relationships and development.

1960's-
The 1960s brought politically driven dramas focusing on war.

1970's-
Modern dramatic directors made some of their first films.

1980's-
Dramatic film put emphasis on highly emotional themes.

1990's-
Crime dramas.


20th Century-
20th century to modern day the drama genre has expanded dramatically with an increase in demand of drama films.

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