What is a Genre Mashup?

A genre mashup isn't, for example, a drama with a few jokes thrown in. It is a blending of different genres into one experience, where the different elements of different genres feel inextricably linked, rather than opposing forces. A genre mashup takes familiar trappings and expectations and pairs them with elements that end up defying those familiar trappings and expectations and creating what feels like a new experience for the audience.

The Ten Steps to a Genre Mashup

1. Understand Genre 2. Understand Sub-Genres 3. Bring Together Elements in Your Genre Mashup 4. Know Your Audience 5 Balance Your Genres 6. Keep Your Genre Mashup Consistent 7. Use Genre Tropes to Your Advantage 8. Write the Story Not the Genre 9. Find Your Voice 10. Defy Expectations

Genre Mashup: 10 Vital Steps to Nailing a Mix of Genres in Your Screenplay

Genre mashups, also known as cross-genres or hybrid genres, are commonly found in many art forms – film, music or literature. It’s when an artist combines two or more genres in which elements from each are blended into a cohesive piece. Star Wars, Parasite, The Blues Brothers, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, 13 Going on 30. What do these very different movies have in common? They’re all genre mashups. From romantic comedies to sci-fi adventure, the technique of combining genres has

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