Social representations like stereotypes and beliefs are shared among social groups and influence media. All media aims to use realism to seem believable, but audiences are now more knowledgeable so media seems less realistic. However, audiences understand genres like sci-fi are not real and suspend disbelief to enjoy them. Dramas especially aim to depict real life realistically and typically have downbeat endings to emphasize realism, with stories audiences can relate to from their own or others' experiences if not too far-fetched. To make their short film drama successful, the document advises understanding how to capture real life experiences, choosing a realistic yet interesting topic people can relate to, and thoroughly researching historical context like appropriate dress and settings to accurately portray their