2. Television Series
The word ‘series’ is used to define a set of
episodes that are produced by a television
series.
A series normally use single camera however
sitcoms use more then one, because its
faster to produce and cheaper.
Examples:
3. Serial
A serial is a one off drama which is split into
parts, weekly or day by day until the serial is
finished.
The plot of a serial is normally revealed within a
few episodes.
They often finish the serial on a cliff-hanger,
making the audience want more.
Examples:
4. Single Drama
A single drama is a one off programme.
A single camera is used to film this to have
more control over the shots.
Single dramas are dramatic and usually
fictional.
Examples:
5. Documentary/Docudrama
A Documentary is based on a real life event.
It can cover different genre’s, History or nature.
Docudrama’s are similar to documentaries as it
is based on a real life event but the characters
are played by actors
Examples:
6. Soap Opera
Soap opera’s are usually shown every 2 days of
every week.
They often have specials at Christmas or New
Year.
They are always dramatic to keep the
audience watching the programme.
Soap opera’s are usually on going programmes.
Examples:
7. Feature Film
Feature Films use a single camera to have
more control over the shots.
They are normally 70 minutes in length.
They are premiered in cinema’s but come
out on TV/DVD at a later date.
Also available on Netflix, Love film or Now Tv
Examples:
8. Music Video
Music video’s are produced to promote a new
song.
They are shown on TV and later released as
albums, a downloadable track or available to
watch on YouTube
Usually shot using a single camera until it’s a live
moment then it changes to multi camera
Example:
Framing Hanley – Hear
Me Now
Katie Perry - Roar
