The difference between horror and thriller conventions

Horror: 

• A horror movie is often predictable and you can usually tell who is going to die next. 
• The death happens almost immediately. 
• The women are normally the main victims, but are also usually the only survivors .
• If the main characters are groups they are, more often than not, killed off one by one. 
• Horror is usually in a suburban setting.
• The cast normally consists of younger groups.
• Adults and authorities are often absent or unhelpful but not always.
• Horror often contains more gore.

Thriller:

• A thriller tries to get into your head.
• They are often more psychological and cause you to think. 
• A thriller often leaves the audience with unanswered questions.
• There is almost always a Protagonist and an antagonist.
• Often more mature
• More likely to star well-known and expensive actors.
• The answers are normally explained at the end but not always.