A drama film is a film genre that depends mostly on in-depth development of realistic characters dealing with emotional themes. Dramatic themes such as alcoholism, drug addiction, racial prejudice, religious intolerance, poverty, crime and corruption put the characters in conflict with themselves, others, society and even natural phenomena."Drama Films". Filmsite.org

This film genre can be contrasted with an action film, which relies on fast-paced action and physical conflict but superficial character development."Action Films". Filmsite.org All film genres can include dramatic elements, but typically, films considered drama films focus mainly on the drama of the main issue.

Some well-known drama films include The Godfather (1972), The Shawshank Redemption (1994), and Schindler's List (1993)."Top Drama Movies". Internet Movie Database