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A melodrama is a dramatic work where the plot and emotions take precedence over character development. Characters are often one-dimensional and stereotyped. Romantic dramas explore the complexities of love and center around obstacles preventing a relationship. Biographical films dramatize the real lives of historical figures. Teen dramas focus on teenage characters and became popular in the 1990s. Dramatic comedies feature characters overcoming challenges with a hopeful resolution.
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This psychological thriller film poster features a couple embracing in the foreground with a chalkboard in the background, hinting at a typical teen romance but the mention of a "trigger" suggests more violence. The tagline "From the first blush of romance to the last pull of the trigger" plays on this contrast. Another poster shows a pale woman against a black background, representing how separated from reality she is and potentially her "black swan" and "white swan" personalities cracking under pressure. A third poster depicts a character admiring himself in a knife reflection, with the tagline "Killer looks" hinting at his narcissism and danger, though he looks away from his reflection showing a refusal to accept who he
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Shot list2
This document contains a shot list for filming on 19th October. It describes 42 shots, mostly focusing on characters Frank and Charlotte at a party and later investigating a murder. The shots include close-ups of the characters' faces, reactions shots, over-the-shoulder shots, shots of them interacting at the party and investigating evidence at the murder scene. The shots will be used to tell the story of their interactions and investigation of the murders.
Textual analysis
The opening of the thriller movie Seven uses several cinematic techniques to set the tone and provide clues about the characters. Morgan Freeman's character is dressed professionally but in dull colors to portray his age and lack of excitement in his job. Brad Pitt's character seems rebellious by pairing his shirt and tie with a leather jacket. A ticking metronome hints at an impending crime and builds tension. Shot reverse shot is used in conversations to show ease between characters, while a tracking shot highlights Pitt's unawareness as he walks into people. Atmospheric music and police sirens further set the tense, thriller scene.
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Presentation social groups
The document discusses how different characters in a potential film would represent various social groups:
- Detective Crawford represents detectives, who share the casual clothing and authority of detectives in films like Se7en.
- Jane Crawford belongs to the victim social group as the detective's girlfriend targeted by the serial killer.
- The villain Roman Mortem belongs to the murderer social group, wearing black and keeping their identity secret like villains in Face/Off.
- The assistant detective belongs to the assistant social group, remaining professional and working under the main detective's authority, similar to the assistant in Silence of the Lambs.
Media evaluation q2
The film represents age and gender in the following ways:
1) The main character is meant to be 30 years old but is portrayed by a 17-year-old actor, making his age unclear. Older people are depicted as more unpredictable and lonely.
2) Only masculinity is represented, with no female characters. The male main character is portrayed as quiet, fearful, independent, and lonely, showing men as broken and frightened rather than typically strong.
3) Mise-en-scene like the character's dark clothes help convey his withdrawn and mature personality. Details in appearance are used to determine the character's personality.
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Textual analysis
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The document discusses how different characters in a potential film would represent various social groups:
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- Jane Crawford belongs to the victim social group as the detective's girlfriend targeted by the serial killer.
- The villain Roman Mortem belongs to the murderer social group, wearing black and keeping their identity secret like villains in Face/Off.
- The assistant detective belongs to the assistant social group, remaining professional and working under the main detective's authority, similar to the assistant in Silence of the Lambs.
Media evaluation q2
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1) The main character is meant to be 30 years old but is portrayed by a 17-year-old actor, making his age unclear. Older people are depicted as more unpredictable and lonely.
2) Only masculinity is represented, with no female characters. The male main character is portrayed as quiet, fearful, independent, and lonely, showing men as broken and frightened rather than typically strong.
3) Mise-en-scene like the character's dark clothes help convey his withdrawn and mature personality. Details in appearance are used to determine the character's personality.
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This document discusses plans for an opening sequence for a film. It will follow three characters: a wealthy man seeking revenge for a family member's death by hiring an assassin; the assassin, who is highly trained; and the target of assassination, who is actually innocent of wrongdoing. The document provides character profiles for each character and discusses the costumes, props, locations, and music planned to be used in the opening sequence. The goal is to set up an action-packed sequence that grabs the audience's attention through these elements.
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The document provides details for an opening sequence for an action film, including suggested title names, a summary of the plot, character profiles for the three main characters, considerations for costumes, props, locations, and music choices. The plot follows a wealthy man seeking revenge for the death of a family member by hiring an assassin to kill the target, who is mistakenly believed to be responsible. The document discusses how each element will represent the characters and move the action plot forward.
Media question 2
The media product portrays two distinct social groups among the three main characters. Jacob and the narrator play popular teenagers, while Lewis is portrayed as a lonely nerd. Throughout the sequence, there is a clear divide between Lewis and the other two boys. The audience feels sympathy for Lewis as he is often alone and not included. Their argument and careless actions in the woods creates fear and tension among the audience as each character blames the other for their mistake. Sound is used to further highlight the tension between the social groups and build drama.
Question 2 Media Evaluation
The document represents several social groups in the opening scene. It portrays mental health through the protagonist Darren's activities which seem normal at first but hints he may have mental health issues. This creates a binary between sanity and insanity. Darren is also represented as a young, white, British male who appears middle class based on his clothing. His vulnerability is emphasized through being killed by the antagonist. Younger age and middle class are portrayed as regressive through Darren's victimization. The clip also represents a patriarchal society through the absence of females and males being portrayed as stronger and having more power and status.
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Horror film sub-genres
The document discusses several sub-genres of horror films including: action horror, which combines elements of horror and action; body horror, which focuses on the graphic destruction of the body; and comedy horror, which blends humorous and horrific elements. It provides examples for each sub-genre and sometimes mentions influential directors.
Horrorgenres
This document discusses various sub-genres of horror films including action horror, body horror, comedy horror, gothic horror, psychological horror, science fiction horror, slasher films, and zombie films. It provides examples and key defining characteristics for each sub-genre. Action horror blends action and the supernatural or evil. Body horror deals with the deconstruction or degeneration of the human body. Comedy horror combines elements of comedy and horror.
Sub-genres In Horror
This document discusses several sub-genres of horror films including: action horror, which combines elements of action and horror; body horror, which focuses on the deconstruction of the human body; comedy horror, which blends comedy and horror; gothic horror, featuring castles and the supernatural; psychological horror, relying on mental instability and fear; science fiction horror, dealing with technology and experiments; slasher films, featuring a psychopathic killer; and zombie films, portraying the undead feeding on humans. Examples are provided for each sub-genre.
Timeline of Horror Movies
The document provides a timeline of major horror films from 1896 to the present day. It discusses the earliest films from 1896-1930 during the silent era. Key developments in the 1950s included the introduction of sound and color. The 1960 film Psycho is cited as breakthrough for modern horrors by introducing new levels of violence. Popular subgenres like slashers emerged in the 1980s. Recent decades have seen remakes and a rise in supernatural horrors aimed at younger audiences.
History of horror movies
The document provides a history of horror movies from the 1920s to the 2000s. It discusses the emergence of horror films in the 1920s-1930s focusing on adaptations of classic stories. The 1940s saw a decline due to WWII but produced some classics. The 1950s featured "mutant" movies while the 1960s introduced the thriller genre with films like Psycho. The 1970s had a surge of influential films like The Exorcist and Halloween. New technology enhanced horror in the 1980s. The 1990s featured psychopath killers in response to overused monsters. Finally, the 2000s brought the teen horror/slasher genre with movies like The Ring.
Generic conventions of horror
Mise-en-scene in horror films establishes isolation and ominous settings through techniques like pathetic fallacy, sinister props, and dark colors like red and black. Lighting is used to create mood, cast shadows, and suggest split personalities. Costumes distinguish stereotypical character types like the "blonde" and "athlete". Sound design with exaggerated diegetic sound and loud non-diegetic music builds tension and makes audiences feel scared. Common props symbolizing religion or the devil include bibles, crucifixes, and candles. Horror films typically feature stock character archetypes like "the blonde [who] usually dies first".
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This document provides information about the drama genre in film. It discusses how drama films elicit emotion from audiences through relatable characters and realistic storylines involving human conflict. Drama films keep audiences interested through climactic peaks and valleys in tension. They typically feature average characters and journeys that end positively. Drama films aim to entertain and provoke thought and emotion through dialogue and action. The target audience is usually mature to understand human struggles portrayed. Drama trailers establish characters and cliffhangers while posters focus on main characters and setting or plot. Examples given are the drama films Carol and Titanic.
Genre conventions
The document discusses the drama film genre and its conventions and subgenres. It notes that drama films focus on realistic storylines and settings that portray emotional themes audiences can relate to. Character development and a build up of tension are key conventions. Subgenres include biographies, courtroom drama, comedy-drama, historical drama, melodrama, period pieces, political drama, romance, tragedy, and dark comedy. Each subgenre explores a particular theme or context. Monodrama, a single-actor drama, is highlighted as a subgenre choice for a short film due to its psychological focus and representation of loneliness.
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This document discusses genres and conventions in film. It begins by defining genre as a method of categorizing films based on similarities in narrative elements. Popular genres include romance, drama, and their subgenres. Romantic drama explores obstacles preventing love, while romantic comedy combines humor and love. Drama relies on character development and realistic themes. The document then examines conventions for several drama subgenres like biography, courtroom, and period pieces. Technical, symbolic, and written/audio codes and conventions are described for romance drama and drama in general. Common dramatic character archetypes are also outlined.
Genre analysis
Genre analysis examines how films are classified based on similarities in their narrative elements and content. Popular film genres include comedy, drama, romance, horror, and musicals. Drama films focus on the realistic portrayal of characters dealing with emotional struggles or conflicts. They depict characters' journeys and developments. Common characters in drama films are the protagonist, who the audience sympathizes with, and the antagonist, who goes to extreme lengths to achieve their goals and cause problems for the protagonist. Examples of successful drama films mentioned are Forrest Gump, Titanic, and Inglorious Bastards. Leonardo DiCaprio is noted as a prolific dramatic actor known for roles in films like The Wolf of Wall Street.
Film genre
Film genres are categories of creative works based on stylistic criteria. A genre gives viewers information about a film's subject matter and tone. Common film genres include action, adventure, comedy, drama, fantasy, horror, romance, and science fiction. Romance films revolve around the love story between two main characters and aim to evoke strong emotions in viewers. Successful romance films use techniques like soft, romantic music; warm, diffused lighting; and settings like beaches or schools that facilitate chance encounters between potential lovers.
Genre research
The document discusses the history and genres of drama. It notes that Greeks were early pioneers of drama through their theatrical performances worshipping gods. It identifies several drama subgenres including historical drama, which portrays true events and people though loosely; melodrama, which appeals to heightened emotions; and courtroom drama, which uses the justice system as a main plot element. The document also defines drama as a genre that revolves around realistic character development dealing with serious themes like abuse, and explains why the authors chose to create a drama piece for its emotional impact and challenge of conveying a clear message.
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Drama film relies on the emotional and relational development of realistic characters dealing with intense, real life issues like abuse, loneliness, and how these affect people. Drama has several sub-genres that explore different themes - Biography chronicles a person's life, Courtroom drama uses the justice system, Dramedy balances drama and comedy, Historical examines a specific time period, Melodrama appeals to heightened emotions, Romance explores complex love facing obstacles, and Tragedy shows a character's downfall due to their own flaws.
Genre
This document discusses the genre of drama in film. It states that drama depicts realistic characters dealing with emotional struggles and conflicts. Central to drama is a character or characters facing crucial conflicts in their lives, often revolving around family and asking deep questions. Drama has serious rather than humorous tones and includes subgenres like teen drama. Teen drama focuses on the ups and downs of adolescence. Characteristics of drama include low key lighting, sad but hopeful storylines, normal realistic settings, and simpler camera work and editing to make the scenario look natural. The author chose to work in the drama genre this year to create something realistic that audiences can relate to and find hope in life.
Genre
The document discusses the genre of romance films, including both typical and non-typical conventions. Typical conventions include a happy ending, the protagonists meeting by accident and meeting again, interfering family members, and the love story taking priority. Non-typical conventions are seen in films like Titanic, which has an unconventional ending, and Love Happens, where the protagonists are not looking for love. The genre has evolved over time as audiences and technology have changed. Newer romances may incorporate elements from other genres.
Genre analysis
The document discusses film genres and their codes and conventions. It outlines several popular genres like action, horror, drama, and comedy. For each genre, it provides examples of films that exemplify common codes and conventions. For example, it notes that James Bond films commonly feature advanced technology and a female character who assists Bond. For horror films, it points out that the Saw series typically leaves victim's bodies at the scene. It also discusses elements often found in chick flicks like a focus on women's issues and romance storylines. Overall, the document analyzes how genres are defined by consistent narrative elements and techniques seen across films.
How does your media product represent particular social groups?
The document discusses the representation of various attributes in the opening sequence of a drama film project. It represents the main character as a middle-aged white British male who is well-educated and affluent, suggesting he is middle to upper class. His loneliness and isolation are illustrated to give his character depth and subvert stereotypes of white males. Younger audiences may connect with the new visual approach using motion tracking. The document references other films that represent different attributes, such as sexuality, gender, and social class, in non-stereotypical ways.
How does your media product represent particular social groups?
The document discusses the representation of various attributes in the opening sequence of a drama film project. It aims to feature a middle-aged white British male protagonist to establish realism and allow audiences aged 15+ to connect with his personality and loneliness. By incorporating new motion tracking technology, the filmmakers hope to also attract younger viewers with a fresh visual approach while maintaining the conventions of drama. The protagonist Derek Miller is intended to have depth beyond stereotypes through his isolated and obsessive-compulsive personality traits.
How does your media product represent particular social groups?
The document discusses the representation of various attributes in the opening sequence of a drama film project. It aims to feature a middle-aged, white British male protagonist to establish realism and allow audiences aged 15+ to relate to his personality and loneliness. By incorporating new motion tracking technology, the filmmakers hope to also attract younger viewers with a fresh visual approach while maintaining the conventions of drama. The protagonist is depicted as well-educated, affluent, and introverted to subvert stereotypes while sympathizing with his isolation. Gender follows drama conventions with a sole male lead in a suit conveying masculinity. Sexuality and social class are only subtly hinted through his appearance and surroundings.
How does your media product represent particular social groups?
The document discusses the representation of various attributes in the opening sequence of a drama film project. It aims to feature a middle-aged white British male protagonist to establish realism and allow audiences aged 15+ to relate to his personality and loneliness. By incorporating new motion tracking technology, it hopes to also attract younger viewers. Examples are given of films that explore similar themes of isolation through their characters. The protagonist's costume, setting, and glimpses of his office/kitchen suggest he is middle to upper class. His gender and masculinity are conveyed through his suit, though his sexuality is left ambiguous. A wide range of representations are possible within the drama genre.
Media Genre Research
This document discusses several genres of film including animation, romance, and crime thriller. For animation films, it notes they are created frame by frame and usually feature non-human characters and simple plots to engage children. Romance films typically explore love themes through attractive protagonists following a plot of initially separating then reuniting. Crime thrillers aim to induce suspense through good vs evil characters and climactic battles between the protagonist and antagonist in ordinary settings.
Genre analysis
The document provides an overview of the drama film genre and its history and conventions. It discusses how dramas evolved from the silent film era through the 1950s to become more realistic and focus on character development. It outlines several subgenres of drama films like historical drama, comedy-drama, and melodrama. Psychological thrillers are discussed as a subgenre that focuses on the unstable emotions of characters. Key conventions of drama films mentioned include realistic characters, conflict, climaxes, and plot-driven stories.
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- 2. A melodrama is a dramatic or literary work in which the plot, which is typically sensational and designed to appeal strongly to the emotions, takes precedence over detailed characterization. Characters are often simply drawn, and may appear stereotyped. Because of the long timeframe in which the style has existed, and the variety of formats used, it is difficult to give a precise definition.
- 3. Romantic Drama film is a genre that explores the complex side of love. The plot usually centres around an obstacle that is preventing love between two people. The obstacles in Romantic Drama film can range from a family's disapproval, to forbidden love ,to one's own psychological restraints.
- 4. A biographical film, or biopic abbreviation for biographical motion picture, is a film that dramatizes the life of a non-fictional or historically-based person or people. Such films show the life of a historical person and the central character's real name is used.
- 5. A teen drama is a type of drama series with a major focus on teenage characters. The genre was relatively non- existent during the first 45 years of television. It came into prominence in the early 1990s, especially with the popularity of the Fox series Beverly Hills, 90210.
- 6. Dramatic comedy is a drama where the characters experience a change for the better and work things out with hope for the future. And yes, that happy ending is part of hope for the future. The Poetics, written by philosopher Aristotle, is the leading resource for defining tragedy.