Thriller Opening Conventions

I have decided to do research involving the conventions of Thriller so I will have more of an idea what to include in my opening.

Conventions
Low-key lighting
Quick cuts
Shadows
Changes in angles of shots
Use of Mirrors

Cinematography
Extreme/close ups
Hidden identity of Antagonist (behind, silhouette etc.)
Black and White Hue or Fine Grain

Iconography
Weapons (Guns, daggers etc.)
Urban Settings

Sound
High tension in music
Diegetic sound of breathing
Impending Music
Discordant Sounds

Editing
Obtrusive
Montage
Flashback


Themes
Terrorism
Conspiracy
Religion
Supernatural
Crime
Drama