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TV Drama
A Definition: A story that is presented in a dramatic way and explores a range of genres, from soap opera to science-fiction to costume drama. A piece of film that engages with the issues of the day in an accessible fashion, i.e. through believable characters, through fantastic locations or plots.
Why do we watch Television Drama? ,[object Object],Think about your own response to the drama you watch.                                                       Cranford, BBC1  Dr Who, BBC1                                                                                                Dr Who, BBC1
Why do we study Television Drama? What can we learn about society as a whole, and ourselves, from studying representation in TV drama?

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Tv drama lesson 1

  • 2. A Definition: A story that is presented in a dramatic way and explores a range of genres, from soap opera to science-fiction to costume drama. A piece of film that engages with the issues of the day in an accessible fashion, i.e. through believable characters, through fantastic locations or plots.
  • 3.
  • 4. Why do we study Television Drama? What can we learn about society as a whole, and ourselves, from studying representation in TV drama?