Career development 15 Types of Film Styles and Genres (And How They Differ) 15 Types of Film Styles and Genres (And How They Differ) By Indeed Editorial Team Published March 11, 2022 The Indeed Editorial Team comprises a diverse and talented team of writers, researchers and subject matter experts equipped with Indeed's data and insights to deliver useful tips to help guide your career journey. When you watch a film, you might notice its characters, actions and visuals have a common theme. These combined elements can form the film's style or determine its genre. Researching the different styles and genres producers use in films can help you successfully visualize your story and connect with your audience. In this article, we define the terms film style and genre, compare them and list 15 types of film styles and genres. See how your salary compares Get personalized salary insights with the Indeed Salary Calculator What is a film style? A film's style refers to the techniques a director uses to create a movie, and it can include themes, sound, dialogue, cinematography and lighting. All the aspects of production that provide value to the film and help determine how the audience perceives it goes into its style. You often can credit the film's style as a director's way to reflect the narrative or communicate a mood. They can guide the Sign in