Action genre comparisons

Similarities

Differences

In all 3 analysis they all include people fighting in war. lot of use of nuclear weapons Protagonist typically is a male Modern cities   Familiar locations  both the dark knight and iron man, show that that some characters have hidden identities. Antagonist is usually present during the opening. Non diegetic sound is very tension building Diegetic sound tends to include explosions Openings begin with groups of people, mainly men - Solider Stunts suicidal missions

The dark knight rises shows a distinct hidden view i.e. clown mask makes it memorable for the audience. The iron man started with a bit of comedy, instead going straight into the fight scene, cause a build of tension within the audience. The location of which iron man relates backs a familiar location, i.e. Afghanistan, which helps to set the scene for the audience, to recognize that its a place where where is taking place currently or has been.  Dark knight, at the end of the opening leaves an enigma to the audience thinking why  this fight/robbery has happened