The mystery
genre is a type of fiction in which a detective, or other professional, solves
a crime or series of crimes. It can take the form of a novel or short story.
This genre may also be called detective or crime novels. The purpose of a
mystery novel is to solve a puzzle and to create a feeling of resolution with
the audience.
General Plot-
The main
plot, or key events, in mystery, focuses on the crime that needs solving. The
protagonist, or central character, is the detective, and the rest of the
characters are usually the suspects.
The plot of
a mystery begins with an action, such as murder, and uses suspense to draw the
reader into the story. As the protagonist, the detective works to solve the
mystery and often finds him or herself in danger. Each suspect and his or her
motives are examined in the story.
Dramatic
tension is heightened with foreshadowing, as well as plot twists and suspects’
motives. During the course of the investigation, the detective examines all clues,
motives, and alibis, which supports suspects’ whereabouts at the time of the
crime, to find the guilty person.
Alternative definition-
A
mystery/suspense film centres on a person of authority, usually a detective,
that is trying to solve a mysterious crime. The main protagonist uses clues,
investigation and logical reasoning. The biggest element in these films is a
sense of “whodunit” suspense, usually created through visual cues and unusual
plot twists.
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