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Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is a subsidiary of Sony founded in 1946. Columbia Pictures produces films in a variety of genres, including romantic adventure comedies, superhero films, comedies, science fiction action comedies, supernatural horror films, and coming-of-age comedies, in order to appeal to a broad audience.
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Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is a subsidiary of Sony. Founded in 1919 as Cohn-Brandt-Cohn, Columbia Pictures was later purchased by Coca-Cola in 1982 and merged with TriStar Pictures to form Columbia Pictures Entertainment in 1987, before being acquired by Sony in 1989. Columbia Pictures produces films across many genres, including romantic comedies, superhero films, horror films, and sci-fi films, to appeal to a broad audience.
Institutions research updated
Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is a subsidiary of Sony. Founded in 1946, Columbia Pictures produces films across many genres including romantic comedies, superhero films, horror films, and films that combine genres. They aim to appeal to broad audiences by releasing diverse films and avoiding repeating the same genre.
Film institutions
This document summarizes research on three major film studios - 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, and Universal Pictures - as potential partners for producing and distributing a horror film. 20th Century Fox primarily focuses on comedy, fantasy and family films, and prefers to distribute rather than produce horror. Warner Bros has produced and distributed many well-known horror films. Universal Pictures has less experience with the horror genre and its horror films were not as successful as Warner Bros'. Therefore, Warner Bros is concluded to be the best partner out of the three studied.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product
The document discusses the major Hollywood film studios known as "The Big Six" and analyzes which would be the best fit to distribute the film "Glass Jaw". It examines the types of films each studio typically produces and finds that Columbia Pictures would be the most suitable choice as they have experience with thriller genre films similar to "Glass Jaw".
Researching Film Institutions
The document discusses 5 major film studios - 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, Universal Pictures, Lionsgate, and Hammer Productions. It analyzes each studio's experience producing horror films, finding that Warner Bros and Hammer Productions have the most success and experience within the horror genre. Based on this research, the author concludes that Hammer Productions would be the best choice to produce their new horror film, due to Hammer's specialization and experience with the genre.
Action Genre
An action film typically involves one or more heroes facing challenges, threats, fights, explosions, and an evil villain. Key elements include action sequences like fights, car chases, and explosions, as well as fit, good-looking lead actors. Examples mentioned include Fast Five, The Dark Knight, and Die Hard. Reasons for enjoying action films include star power of actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jason Statham, special effects, fan communities, and learning about new films through reviews and word-of-mouth.
RESEARCH: Genre, Action.
The document traces the evolution of the action genre from the 1920s to present day. It began as adventure films starring Douglas Fairbanks and developed into war and western movies in the 1940s-1950s. The James Bond series popularized action films featuring spy adventures, gadgets, and fight scenes in the 1960s. Dirty Harry and Bruce Lee films further advanced the genre in the 1970s with urban crime dramas and martial arts films. The 1980s were dominated by action movies led by actors like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. Modern franchises like James Bond, Bourne, and new directors continue shaping the genre.
A history of action movies
This document provides a history of action movies from the 1920s to the 2000s. It describes how the genre evolved from swashbuckling adventure films in the 1920s-30s to include war movies in the 1940s-50s. The James Bond series in the 1960s introduced modern action film tropes. The 1970s saw a rise in martial arts and police films. The 1980s was dominated by blockbusters starring Stallone, Schwarzenegger, and Willis. New technology led to higher budgets and more sequels in the 1990s. By the 2000s, CGI effects allowed for more spectacular action scenes.
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Institutions research updated
Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is a subsidiary of Sony. Founded in 1919 as Cohn-Brandt-Cohn, Columbia Pictures was later purchased by Coca-Cola in 1982 and merged with TriStar Pictures to form Columbia Pictures Entertainment in 1987, before being acquired by Sony in 1989. Columbia Pictures produces films across many genres, including romantic comedies, superhero films, horror films, and sci-fi films, to appeal to a broad audience.
Institutions research updated
Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is a subsidiary of Sony. Founded in 1946, Columbia Pictures produces films across many genres including romantic comedies, superhero films, horror films, and films that combine genres. They aim to appeal to broad audiences by releasing diverse films and avoiding repeating the same genre.
Film institutions
This document summarizes research on three major film studios - 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, and Universal Pictures - as potential partners for producing and distributing a horror film. 20th Century Fox primarily focuses on comedy, fantasy and family films, and prefers to distribute rather than produce horror. Warner Bros has produced and distributed many well-known horror films. Universal Pictures has less experience with the horror genre and its horror films were not as successful as Warner Bros'. Therefore, Warner Bros is concluded to be the best partner out of the three studied.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product
The document discusses the major Hollywood film studios known as "The Big Six" and analyzes which would be the best fit to distribute the film "Glass Jaw". It examines the types of films each studio typically produces and finds that Columbia Pictures would be the most suitable choice as they have experience with thriller genre films similar to "Glass Jaw".
Researching Film Institutions
The document discusses 5 major film studios - 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, Universal Pictures, Lionsgate, and Hammer Productions. It analyzes each studio's experience producing horror films, finding that Warner Bros and Hammer Productions have the most success and experience within the horror genre. Based on this research, the author concludes that Hammer Productions would be the best choice to produce their new horror film, due to Hammer's specialization and experience with the genre.
Action Genre
An action film typically involves one or more heroes facing challenges, threats, fights, explosions, and an evil villain. Key elements include action sequences like fights, car chases, and explosions, as well as fit, good-looking lead actors. Examples mentioned include Fast Five, The Dark Knight, and Die Hard. Reasons for enjoying action films include star power of actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jason Statham, special effects, fan communities, and learning about new films through reviews and word-of-mouth.
RESEARCH: Genre, Action.
The document traces the evolution of the action genre from the 1920s to present day. It began as adventure films starring Douglas Fairbanks and developed into war and western movies in the 1940s-1950s. The James Bond series popularized action films featuring spy adventures, gadgets, and fight scenes in the 1960s. Dirty Harry and Bruce Lee films further advanced the genre in the 1970s with urban crime dramas and martial arts films. The 1980s were dominated by action movies led by actors like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. Modern franchises like James Bond, Bourne, and new directors continue shaping the genre.
A history of action movies
This document provides a history of action movies from the 1920s to the 2000s. It describes how the genre evolved from swashbuckling adventure films in the 1920s-30s to include war movies in the 1940s-50s. The James Bond series in the 1960s introduced modern action film tropes. The 1970s saw a rise in martial arts and police films. The 1980s was dominated by blockbusters starring Stallone, Schwarzenegger, and Willis. New technology led to higher budgets and more sequels in the 1990s. By the 2000s, CGI effects allowed for more spectacular action scenes.
Institutions that can produce our film
Lionsgate and Hammer Films are two film companies that could potentially produce the document's film. Lionsgate is a large North American studio specialized in horror and action films with big budgets. They may be interested in the film due to its horror genre and controversial material. Hammer Films is a long-standing British horror studio based in London, known for professional gothic horror films featuring famous actors. They could help the film gain recognition due to their reputation in the genre.
Production, distribution and exhibition companies
The document discusses different types of film companies, including production companies that provide the physical basis for films, distribution companies that are responsible for marketing films, and exhibition companies that sell the experience of publicly screening films. It provides examples of major production companies like DreamWorks Animation, distribution companies like Lionsgate Entertainment known for distributing horror films, and exhibition companies that have no direct input in creating films but exhibit them for the public.
Action genre research
The document discusses the action genre of film. It begins by defining action films as those focusing on dangerous events involving escapes, fights, or rescues filmed in a fast-paced style. The genre originated in the early 20th century with films like The Great Train Robbery. In subsequent decades, war, Westerns, spy films, and the James Bond series influenced the genre. The 1970s saw the rise of martial arts films and actors like Bruce Lee. Big-budget blockbusters in the 1980s starred Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Bruce Willis. Modern action films increasingly use CGI and often combine with sci-fi and superhero genres. Famous actors and directors of action
Genre deconstruction
The document provides a history of action films from the 1920s to present. It describes how the genre began with westerns and adventure films featuring actors like Douglas Fairbanks. In the 1960s, the James Bond series introduced elements like spies, villains, gadgets, and elaborate action sequences that defined the modern action film. The 1980s saw the rise of blockbuster action films led by actors like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. Today, action films frequently blend genres and rely heavily on CGI effects to create spectacular scenes.
Action Films Presentation
This document discusses the progression and evolution of the action genre and masculinity in action films over time. It begins by outlining the development of key action film styles and icons from the 1920s through the 2000s. It then examines how masculinity has been portrayed in action films, from the hypermasculine heroes of the 1980s as a reaction to feminism, to the newer acceptance of emotion and feminization seen today. The crisis and changing definitions of masculinity are analyzed in relation to societal shifts and how action films both reflect and shape concepts of gender.
Institution analysis by Hayam Sharif
20th Century Fox is a film company founded in 1935 that has produced some of the most successful films ever like Avatar, Star Wars, and The Chronicles of Narnia. It focuses on comedy, family, and fantasy genres.
Warner Brothers is one of the largest film and television producers based in California and New York. It produces many genres including horror, action, comedy, romance, fantasy and adventure, such as Batman, The Matrix, and Million Dollar Baby. It experiments with different genres more than 20th Century Fox to attract a wider audience.
Lionsgate is an independent film and television distribution company originated from Canada. It produces television programs, home entertainment and family entertainment. It has mainly produced horror
The evolution of action film genre
The evolution of action genres from the 1920s to today is summarized as follows:
1) Early action films from the 1920s-1930s featured swashbuckling movies and sword fighting heroes.
2) From the 1940s-1950s, war movies, westerns, and spy films became popular, reflecting cultural changes.
3) The 1960s were dominated by James Bond films, which featured larger-than-life characters and gadgets.
4) Gritty detective and crime dramas shaped a new action style in the 1970s along with the rise of martial arts films exposing new cultures.
5) The 1980s saw the rise of the blockbuster action film
Researching current writers
Steven Spielberg is an American film director known for pioneering blockbuster films. His most famous work is Schindler's List. His most recent film is The Hundred-Foot Journey and his future work is The BFG.
Dan Houser is a British video game writer and co-founder of Rockstar Games. He is known for his work on the popular Grand Theft Auto series. His most famous work is the Grand Theft Auto series, his most recent being Grand Theft Auto 5, and his future work is GTA 6.
Stan Lee was an American comic book writer, editor, and publisher known for co-creating popular Marvel characters like Spider-Man and the X-Men. His most
Evaluation Question 3 - Media Distribution
This document discusses potential film distribution companies for a horror movie. It analyzes companies that have distributed similar horror films like House of Wax (Warner Bros.), Drag Me to Hell (Universal Pictures), Scream (Dimension Films), It Follows (RADiUS-TWC/Dimension Films), and Carrie (MGM/Screen Gems). Based on the genres and budgets of films they've released, the author identifies Columbia Pictures, Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., and Paramount Pictures as potential options. The document concludes that Columbia Pictures may be the best fit given their release of similar low-budget horror films like Evil Dead.
Research into institutions
The document summarizes information about 20th Century Fox and Warner Bros film studios. 20th Century Fox is a subsidiary of News Corporation and primarily produces comedy and family films, though it also distributes some horror films. It prefers profitable genres like comedy and family films. Warner Bros produces a more diverse range of genres, including comedy, romance, action and horror, and has been more successful with horror films over time. The document also examines sample budget and box office data for films produced by each studio.
History of genre
The history of action films began in the 1920s with adventure and western films featuring heroes wielding swords and guns. In the 1940s-1950s, war films became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond set the template for one-man hero action movies. The 1970s saw the rise of the urban action film with directors like Clint Eastwood and films like Dirty Harry. The 1980s featured the emergence of iconic action stars like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Bruce Willis. By the 1990s, computer generated imagery became widely used and franchises were common. Modern action films often combine genres like sci-fi or are based on comic books, and advanced technology allows many scenes
History of genre
The history of action films began in the 1920s with adventure and western films featuring heroes wielding swords and guns. In the 1940s-50s, war films became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond set the template for one-man hero action movies. The 1970s saw the rise of the urban action film like Dirty Harry. The 1980s featured iconic action stars like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. By the 1990s, CGI was increasingly used and franchises became common. Modern action films often combine genres and are frequently based on comics, using technology to create elaborate action sequences.
Action movie research
The document discusses the history and evolution of action movies. It begins with a definition of action films as movies featuring heroes facing physical challenges and threats while struggling against adversity. It then outlines key developments in the genre from the 1920s through modern day, including the rising popularity of action heroes in the 1980s and advances in CGI technology in the 1990s and 2000s. The document also lists common action movie subgenres and notable directors and actors that have contributed to the genre.
History of genre
Early action films from the 1920s featured adventure stories and westerns starring actors like Douglas Fairbanks. In the 1940s-50s, war movies became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond was introduced, establishing the archetype of the lone hero. Directors then began copying and adding to the Bond formula in films such as Dirty Harry, with more editing and stuntwork. This led to the rise of iconic action stars like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis and Chuck Norris in the 1970s-80s. With advances in computer graphics and special effects, action films could be shot primarily on soundstages against green screens, enabling more elaborate sequences.
Evaluation question 6
This document discusses potential media institutions that could distribute a horror film. Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures are mentioned as they both have a history of distributing major horror movies. Twisted Pictures is also brought up as they specialize in distributing horror films, making them a good fit to premiere the horror film being discussed.
Iconography of our chosen genre
Iconography of the Action genre and how it has transformed into the Action/Sci-Fi genre recognised today.
What Kind of Media Institution Might Distribute Your Media Product and Why?
The document discusses potential film distribution companies for a low-budget horror/thriller opening sequence. It analyzes companies that have distributed similar films like Unfriended and Friend Request. While conglomerates like Warner Bros and Universal Pictures would be unlikely due to the low budget, an independent UK company like Icon Productions would be a good fit. Icon specializes in horror films and is one of the leading independent distributors in the UK, which could help the opening sequence gain publicity among a UK audience.
The evolution of action film genre
The action genre has evolved significantly over the decades from the 1920s to present day. Early action films from the 1920s-1930s featured swashbuckling movies and sword fighting. In the 1940s-1950s, war movies, westerns, and spy films became popular. The 1960s saw the rise of James Bond movies. In the 1970s, grittier detective and crime dramas as well as martial arts films emerged. The 1980s was the peak of the action blockbuster era defined by one-man army heroes. More recent action films feature increased comedy elements, female leads, and use of CGI technology and exaggerated stunts.
The Wachowskis
The Wachowskis are director, writer and producer siblings Larry and Andy Wachowski. They grew up in Chicago and dropped out of college. Before filmmaking, they ran a carpentry business and created comic books. Their first film together was 1996's Bound, which was praised for its portrayal of a lesbian relationship. Their breakthrough film was 1999's The Matrix, known for its fighting sequences and use of bullet time. Later Matrix films Reloaded and Revolutions were seen as inferior due to being more plot-focused. They founded Burlyman Entertainment but it is now assumed defunct with no recent comic releases. Their most recent work was producing 2009's Ninja Assassin.
Action movie genre research
This document discusses the history and evolution of action films. It outlines how the genre began in the 1920s with swashbuckling films and grew in popularity through the 1940s-50s with westerns. The 1970s saw the rise of the James Bond films which changed audience expectations. The 1980s featured many famous actor-led action films while the 1990s saw advances in CGI allow for more adventurous films. Today, action movies require smaller budgets due to CGI and have expanded to include many subgenres.
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Year 12 AS Media Studies Evaluation Question 3 -What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product ?
The document discusses potential film distributors for a psychological thriller film. It analyzes the "Big Six" major film studios: Universal Pictures, Walt Disney, Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox, Columbia Pictures, and Paramount Pictures. Universal Pictures is selected as the best choice due to its history of successful thriller films like "Jurassic World" and "Lucy", and because its vertical integration allows for collaboration opportunities. Warner Bros. and 20th Century Fox are also presented as good options due to their film/TV production capabilities and thriller film libraries. Columbia Pictures and Walt Disney are determined to be less ideal fits given their different genre focuses.
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Institutions that can produce our film
Lionsgate and Hammer Films are two film companies that could potentially produce the document's film. Lionsgate is a large North American studio specialized in horror and action films with big budgets. They may be interested in the film due to its horror genre and controversial material. Hammer Films is a long-standing British horror studio based in London, known for professional gothic horror films featuring famous actors. They could help the film gain recognition due to their reputation in the genre.
Production, distribution and exhibition companies
The document discusses different types of film companies, including production companies that provide the physical basis for films, distribution companies that are responsible for marketing films, and exhibition companies that sell the experience of publicly screening films. It provides examples of major production companies like DreamWorks Animation, distribution companies like Lionsgate Entertainment known for distributing horror films, and exhibition companies that have no direct input in creating films but exhibit them for the public.
Action genre research
The document discusses the action genre of film. It begins by defining action films as those focusing on dangerous events involving escapes, fights, or rescues filmed in a fast-paced style. The genre originated in the early 20th century with films like The Great Train Robbery. In subsequent decades, war, Westerns, spy films, and the James Bond series influenced the genre. The 1970s saw the rise of martial arts films and actors like Bruce Lee. Big-budget blockbusters in the 1980s starred Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Bruce Willis. Modern action films increasingly use CGI and often combine with sci-fi and superhero genres. Famous actors and directors of action
Genre deconstruction
The document provides a history of action films from the 1920s to present. It describes how the genre began with westerns and adventure films featuring actors like Douglas Fairbanks. In the 1960s, the James Bond series introduced elements like spies, villains, gadgets, and elaborate action sequences that defined the modern action film. The 1980s saw the rise of blockbuster action films led by actors like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. Today, action films frequently blend genres and rely heavily on CGI effects to create spectacular scenes.
Action Films Presentation
This document discusses the progression and evolution of the action genre and masculinity in action films over time. It begins by outlining the development of key action film styles and icons from the 1920s through the 2000s. It then examines how masculinity has been portrayed in action films, from the hypermasculine heroes of the 1980s as a reaction to feminism, to the newer acceptance of emotion and feminization seen today. The crisis and changing definitions of masculinity are analyzed in relation to societal shifts and how action films both reflect and shape concepts of gender.
Institution analysis by Hayam Sharif
20th Century Fox is a film company founded in 1935 that has produced some of the most successful films ever like Avatar, Star Wars, and The Chronicles of Narnia. It focuses on comedy, family, and fantasy genres.
Warner Brothers is one of the largest film and television producers based in California and New York. It produces many genres including horror, action, comedy, romance, fantasy and adventure, such as Batman, The Matrix, and Million Dollar Baby. It experiments with different genres more than 20th Century Fox to attract a wider audience.
Lionsgate is an independent film and television distribution company originated from Canada. It produces television programs, home entertainment and family entertainment. It has mainly produced horror
The evolution of action film genre
The evolution of action genres from the 1920s to today is summarized as follows:
1) Early action films from the 1920s-1930s featured swashbuckling movies and sword fighting heroes.
2) From the 1940s-1950s, war movies, westerns, and spy films became popular, reflecting cultural changes.
3) The 1960s were dominated by James Bond films, which featured larger-than-life characters and gadgets.
4) Gritty detective and crime dramas shaped a new action style in the 1970s along with the rise of martial arts films exposing new cultures.
5) The 1980s saw the rise of the blockbuster action film
Researching current writers
Steven Spielberg is an American film director known for pioneering blockbuster films. His most famous work is Schindler's List. His most recent film is The Hundred-Foot Journey and his future work is The BFG.
Dan Houser is a British video game writer and co-founder of Rockstar Games. He is known for his work on the popular Grand Theft Auto series. His most famous work is the Grand Theft Auto series, his most recent being Grand Theft Auto 5, and his future work is GTA 6.
Stan Lee was an American comic book writer, editor, and publisher known for co-creating popular Marvel characters like Spider-Man and the X-Men. His most
Evaluation Question 3 - Media Distribution
This document discusses potential film distribution companies for a horror movie. It analyzes companies that have distributed similar horror films like House of Wax (Warner Bros.), Drag Me to Hell (Universal Pictures), Scream (Dimension Films), It Follows (RADiUS-TWC/Dimension Films), and Carrie (MGM/Screen Gems). Based on the genres and budgets of films they've released, the author identifies Columbia Pictures, Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., and Paramount Pictures as potential options. The document concludes that Columbia Pictures may be the best fit given their release of similar low-budget horror films like Evil Dead.
Research into institutions
The document summarizes information about 20th Century Fox and Warner Bros film studios. 20th Century Fox is a subsidiary of News Corporation and primarily produces comedy and family films, though it also distributes some horror films. It prefers profitable genres like comedy and family films. Warner Bros produces a more diverse range of genres, including comedy, romance, action and horror, and has been more successful with horror films over time. The document also examines sample budget and box office data for films produced by each studio.
History of genre
The history of action films began in the 1920s with adventure and western films featuring heroes wielding swords and guns. In the 1940s-1950s, war films became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond set the template for one-man hero action movies. The 1970s saw the rise of the urban action film with directors like Clint Eastwood and films like Dirty Harry. The 1980s featured the emergence of iconic action stars like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Bruce Willis. By the 1990s, computer generated imagery became widely used and franchises were common. Modern action films often combine genres like sci-fi or are based on comic books, and advanced technology allows many scenes
History of genre
The history of action films began in the 1920s with adventure and western films featuring heroes wielding swords and guns. In the 1940s-50s, war films became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond set the template for one-man hero action movies. The 1970s saw the rise of the urban action film like Dirty Harry. The 1980s featured iconic action stars like Schwarzenegger and Stallone. By the 1990s, CGI was increasingly used and franchises became common. Modern action films often combine genres and are frequently based on comics, using technology to create elaborate action sequences.
Action movie research
The document discusses the history and evolution of action movies. It begins with a definition of action films as movies featuring heroes facing physical challenges and threats while struggling against adversity. It then outlines key developments in the genre from the 1920s through modern day, including the rising popularity of action heroes in the 1980s and advances in CGI technology in the 1990s and 2000s. The document also lists common action movie subgenres and notable directors and actors that have contributed to the genre.
History of genre
Early action films from the 1920s featured adventure stories and westerns starring actors like Douglas Fairbanks. In the 1940s-50s, war movies became popular, and in the 1960s James Bond was introduced, establishing the archetype of the lone hero. Directors then began copying and adding to the Bond formula in films such as Dirty Harry, with more editing and stuntwork. This led to the rise of iconic action stars like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis and Chuck Norris in the 1970s-80s. With advances in computer graphics and special effects, action films could be shot primarily on soundstages against green screens, enabling more elaborate sequences.
Evaluation question 6
This document discusses potential media institutions that could distribute a horror film. Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures are mentioned as they both have a history of distributing major horror movies. Twisted Pictures is also brought up as they specialize in distributing horror films, making them a good fit to premiere the horror film being discussed.
Iconography of our chosen genre
Iconography of the Action genre and how it has transformed into the Action/Sci-Fi genre recognised today.
What Kind of Media Institution Might Distribute Your Media Product and Why?
The document discusses potential film distribution companies for a low-budget horror/thriller opening sequence. It analyzes companies that have distributed similar films like Unfriended and Friend Request. While conglomerates like Warner Bros and Universal Pictures would be unlikely due to the low budget, an independent UK company like Icon Productions would be a good fit. Icon specializes in horror films and is one of the leading independent distributors in the UK, which could help the opening sequence gain publicity among a UK audience.
The evolution of action film genre
The action genre has evolved significantly over the decades from the 1920s to present day. Early action films from the 1920s-1930s featured swashbuckling movies and sword fighting. In the 1940s-1950s, war movies, westerns, and spy films became popular. The 1960s saw the rise of James Bond movies. In the 1970s, grittier detective and crime dramas as well as martial arts films emerged. The 1980s was the peak of the action blockbuster era defined by one-man army heroes. More recent action films feature increased comedy elements, female leads, and use of CGI technology and exaggerated stunts.
The Wachowskis
The Wachowskis are director, writer and producer siblings Larry and Andy Wachowski. They grew up in Chicago and dropped out of college. Before filmmaking, they ran a carpentry business and created comic books. Their first film together was 1996's Bound, which was praised for its portrayal of a lesbian relationship. Their breakthrough film was 1999's The Matrix, known for its fighting sequences and use of bullet time. Later Matrix films Reloaded and Revolutions were seen as inferior due to being more plot-focused. They founded Burlyman Entertainment but it is now assumed defunct with no recent comic releases. Their most recent work was producing 2009's Ninja Assassin.
Action movie genre research
This document discusses the history and evolution of action films. It outlines how the genre began in the 1920s with swashbuckling films and grew in popularity through the 1940s-50s with westerns. The 1970s saw the rise of the James Bond films which changed audience expectations. The 1980s featured many famous actor-led action films while the 1990s saw advances in CGI allow for more adventurous films. Today, action movies require smaller budgets due to CGI and have expanded to include many subgenres.
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What Kind of Media Institution Might Distribute Your Media Product and Why?
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Year 12 AS Media Studies Evaluation Question 3 -What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product ?
The document discusses potential film distributors for a psychological thriller film. It analyzes the "Big Six" major film studios: Universal Pictures, Walt Disney, Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox, Columbia Pictures, and Paramount Pictures. Universal Pictures is selected as the best choice due to its history of successful thriller films like "Jurassic World" and "Lucy", and because its vertical integration allows for collaboration opportunities. Warner Bros. and 20th Century Fox are also presented as good options due to their film/TV production capabilities and thriller film libraries. Columbia Pictures and Walt Disney are determined to be less ideal fits given their different genre focuses.
Media as evaluation part 3
Columbia Pictures would be the best media institution to distribute the filmmakers' zombie movie. Columbia has a variety of genres, including many horror films, and also distributes comedies with dark humor, making it a good fit. Although 20th Century Fox and Paramount Pictures also distribute similar films, 20th Century Fox focuses more on family-friendly genres, while Paramount mainly handles much higher budget blockbusters than the filmmakers' $15 million budget zombie movie.
Columbia pictures
Columbia Pictures was founded in 1918 and has had several owners over the years, including Coca-Cola, Sony, and others. It focused on screwball comedies in the 1930s-1940s, directing films with stars like Cary Grant and Jean Arthur. Famous director Frank Capra won multiple Oscars for films with Columbia, including "It Happened One Night" in 1934. Now owned by Sony, Columbia still finds blockbuster success with franchises like Spiderman and partners with other major studios.
Research in to my short horror clip
The document provides an overview of the history and key aspects of horror and comedy films. It discusses how horror originated from ghost stories told around campfires and developed as a genre in literature in the late 1700s. The first horror film was Georges Melies' Le Manoir du Diable in 1896. Important horror production companies and award shows in the genre are also outlined. The document then shifts to discussing the origins of comedy in silent films in 1895 which relied on slapstick and burlesque humor, as well as important comedy films and awards. Key features of both genres and examples of comedy/horror hybrid films are also summarized.
Research in to my short comedy horror clip
The document provides an overview of the history and key aspects of horror and comedy films. It discusses how horror originated from ghost stories told around campfires and developed as a genre in literature in the late 1700s. The first horror film was Georges Melies' Le Manoir du Diable in 1896. Key features of horror include iconography, settings that invoke vulnerability, narratives of good vs. evil, point-of-view filming styles, supernatural characters, and themes of struggle. Top horror films based on box office are The Exorcist, The Shining, Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Alien. Comedy originated with silent films relying on slapstick and burlesque humor, with Charlie Chaplin being
Film Production, Distribution and Exhibition
The document discusses several film production companies, distribution companies, and exhibition. It provides details on 12 prominent production companies such as New Line Cinema, Dimension Films, and Rogue Pictures. New Line Cinema and Dimension Films are highlighted for their successful horror films. The document also discusses two distribution companies - Lions Gate Entertainment and Hammer Films. Hammer Films in particular distributes both international and British films. Finally, it defines film exhibition as the public screening of films in movie theaters.
Research in to my short comedy horror clip
This document provides an overview of comedy/horror genre in film. It discusses the history of both comedy and horror films individually, noting how slapstick and silent films helped establish early comedy, while ghost stories formed the basis of early horror. Key features of each genre like iconography, settings and themes are outlined. Several top films in both comedy and horror are highlighted. The document then explores how comedy/horror as a genre blends elements of both through parody, black comedy and spoofing typical horror tropes for comedic effect. Examples like Shaun of the Dead and What We Do In The Shadows are given.
Distribution research
A distributor represents and promotes a film worldwide by attempting to sell it to television and make a profit. They handle theatrical releases, marketing, and home video distribution. The key aspects of film distribution are financing, promotion, and booking theaters. The document then reviews several major film distributors - Lionsgate, Universal, Paramount, Columbia, and Warner Brothers - and determines that Warner Brothers would be the best choice since they have successfully distributed many psychological horror films similar to the genre of the film trailer being distributed.
Distribution and Production Companies Media Studies
The document discusses production companies and distribution companies within the thriller genre. It provides information on several major production companies that have produced popular thriller films, including New Line Cinema, Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros., and Spyglass. It also outlines key distribution companies that have distributed thriller films, such as Columbia Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Lionsgate Entertainment, and CBS Corporation. The production and distribution companies are described along with examples of popular thriller titles they have worked on.
Q3 institutions
This document discusses three film distribution companies - Lionsgate, 20th Century Fox, and Momentum Pictures - and their suitability for distributing a new psychological horror or supernatural horror film. Lionsgate and 20th Century Fox primarily distribute action, sci-fi, and slasher films. Momentum Pictures is a leading British independent distributor that covers a wide range of genres, including horror films like The Woman In Black and Sinister. The author concludes that Momentum Pictures would be the best fit to distribute the new horror film.
Distribution research
Warner Brothers is the best distributor for the filmmaker's horror movie trailer. While other distributors like Lionsgate and Universal focus more on action, comedy, or family films, Warner Brothers has experience distributing many successful horror films like The Exorcist and Friday the 13th. Their focus on paranormal horror subgenres matches the trailer concept. Choosing Warner Brothers over popular distributors of other genres like Lionsgate will help the trailer reach the intended horror audience.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
This document discusses different options for distributing a film, including theatrical release, DVD/Blu-ray, streaming services like Netflix and iTunes, and television. It provides examples of major film distributors like 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros., Disney, and Paramount and the types of films they distribute. The document also outlines the process films go through to be distributed, from a studio purchasing the rights and arranging production, to a distribution company marketing it to theaters for a theatrical release. It analyzes Columbia Pictures as a suitable distributor for the author's family drama film due to their success distributing similar genres, and estimates the film would receive a 12 age rating.
Producers and Distributors of Horror Films
Horror films are produced by production companies like Rogue Pictures and Twisted Pictures, known for films like Seed of Chucky and Texas Chainsaw Massacre. These films are then distributed to audiences by distributors such as Lionsgate, famous for Cabin in the Woods, and Hammer Films, which has distributed Woman in Black in the UK. Individual horror films may be produced by multiple companies and distributed across different regions by separate distributors, like Sinister and Carrie.
INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH
This document provides information on three film production companies: Lions Gate Entertainment, Universal Studios, and Cloud Eight Films. It notes that Lions Gate Entertainment is a major Canadian-American entertainment company known for thriller films. Universal Studios is one of the major Hollywood studios that has produced both critically acclaimed and popular films across many genres, including thrillers. Cloud Eight Films is a UK-based production company run by Christian Colson, known for films like "127 Hours" and "Slumdog Millionaire".
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
The document discusses film distribution and different film distribution companies. It examines the distributors of the films "Psycho," "Silence of the Lambs," and "Insidious" - Paramount Pictures, Orion Pictures, and FilmDistrict respectively. The document also discusses several British film distributors like Artificial Eye, Entertainment, and Lionsgate UK. It recommends that for a small, independent British film, Lionsgate UK would be the best distributor as they specialize in horror films similar to the proposed media product.
Hollywood!
A Hollywood movie is generally defined as a film produced by one of the major American film studios, such as Warner Bros, Paramount, or Disney. These major studios, along with theaters, make up the Hollywood film industry. Some key film genres produced in Hollywood include action, adventure, crime/gangster, horror, and others. Genre is important for marketing films and appealing to audiences interested in specific genres. Some major directors and producers in Hollywood history include Steven Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino. The basic steps to create a movie involve writing a script, casting, filming, and editing.
4) institution research
20th Century Fox is a production and distribution company founded in 1915 that is known for family films like Avatar, Star Wars, and Chronicles of Narnia. While it has produced some popular horror films from the 1960s-1990s, most of its success comes from family films. For a horror film targeting a modern audience, the document recommends Blumhouse Productions, founded in 2000. Blumhouse is known for high quality, micro-budget horror films through partnerships with major studios. Its franchises like Paranormal Activity and Insidious have been very profitable while feeling contemporary.
Evaluation question 3
Columbia Pictures, Miramax, and Netflix are all film producers and distributors that could potentially distribute an opening sequence. Columbia Pictures is owned by Sony and has distributed films like Spider Man and Ghostbusters. Miramax, owned by beIN Media Group, has distributed films such as Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys and Gnomeo and Juliet. Netflix distributes its own content online like Orange Is The New Black and has a growing audience. All three companies distribute a variety of films with different ratings. Netflix may be the most likely to distribute the opening sequence since it offers a wide range and the concept seems like something in their wheelhouse.
Film production company
This document provides information on three film production companies: Lions Gate Entertainment, Universal Studios, and Cloud Eight Films. It notes that Lions Gate Entertainment is a major Canadian-American entertainment company known for thrillers. Universal Studios is one of Hollywood's major studios owned by Comcast, known for blockbusters, franchises, and award-winning films across many genres, including several thrillers. Cloud Eight Films is a London-based production company run by Christian Colson, known for the thriller 127 Hours and other films.
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Distribution and Production Companies Media Studies
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What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
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