Social Realism Research
This genre is a sub-genre of Drama and I am also considering choosing social realism as my genre as it is something in my eyes that stands out from the other genres. It does not require all the flashy effects and animations, but it is facinating as it just captures the human life.
Conventions
The films are typically filmed in urban settings usually in places that represent poverty or unemployment. The characters in these films are mainly just ordinary working class citizens who are struggling. They are themed around main struggle such as unemployment, homelessness, depression, etc. Most of the time, these films tend to be very sad and heartfelt as the viewer is watching the characters go through their harsh struggles which has an effect on the viewer. These films also tend to appear more low quality to match the mood of poverty or struggling situation.
(Pursuit of Happyness, 2006)
Techniques
Social realsim films sometimes use non-proffesional actors to make the film seem more authentic and real to the viewer. This makes the film look more like a documentary rather than a film.
(American Honey, 2016)
Setting
Social realism films are almost always filmed on the actual location of where the film is trying to portray. They are almost never done on a soundstage. For instance, they could be shot on real apartment buildings, streets, houses, parks, etc. This helps to create the realistic and raw look to the film.
Fiveable. (2025, September). Social realism.
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