genressometimes
Genressometimes is a term used in media criticism to describe a tendency for works to switch between or blend different genres within the same work, rather than committing to a single, stable genre. The concept is applied across film, television, literature, and digital media, and is often discussed in relation to post-genre or hybrid-genre discourse.
Etymology: The word is a portmanteau of genre and sometimes, signaling sporadic or conditional adherence to
Characteristics: Typical features include rapid tonal shifts, the meshing of conventions (for example, romance with thriller
Origins and examples: The term began appearing in online criticism and academic writing in the 2010s. It
Reception and critique: Some scholars argue genressometimes captures genuine stylistic innovation and audience engagement, while critics