TV & Video studies
Task 1:
The TV genre I have chosen to analyse is Sci-Fi (Science Fiction) the story lines commonly tell us about science and technology of the future. Sci-Fi has a link with the foundation of science—these story lines involve partially true- partially fictitious laws or theories of science,for example how the human race would deal with the impact of imagined innovations in science or technology, often in a futuristic setting. Exploring the consequences of such innovations is the traditional purpose of science fiction.
Conventions of Sci-Fi:
Conventions of Sci-Fi:
Setting is important as it gives a differential environment to the present, this enables the audience to see the narrative form a increased neutral mindset. The way they do this is by associating the unfamiliar in the context of the simple everyday.
The narrative content aids in crating dislodge between these advance ideas ( technology, scientific ethics and political systems) and the technological/scientific imagination of the audience.
The typical conflict is used to discuss conflicts within society, especially to observe or comment on relationships between different countries or cultures in a nation.
The Camera/ technical techniques help emphasise the crucial science or technology to the scene and overall narrative.
Sci-fi films aim to make the audience believe in the images they're seeing, they manage to do this by using somewhat common aspects of technology and science in a fictional method that assists in making the link between fiction and reality.
The narrative content aids in crating dislodge between these advance ideas ( technology, scientific ethics and political systems) and the technological/scientific imagination of the audience.
The typical conflict is used to discuss conflicts within society, especially to observe or comment on relationships between different countries or cultures in a nation.
The Camera/ technical techniques help emphasise the crucial science or technology to the scene and overall narrative.
Sci-fi films aim to make the audience believe in the images they're seeing, they manage to do this by using somewhat common aspects of technology and science in a fictional method that assists in making the link between fiction and reality.
Task 2:
The first TV programme I have chosen to analyse is a TV series called Under the Dome, the storyline is about a invisible and mysterious force field that gravitates upon a small fictional town of Chester's Mill, Maine, USA, which traps residents inside, cut off from the rest of civilization. The trapped residents must uncover the secrets and purpose of the "dome" and its origins, while coming to learn more than they ever knew about each other.
The second TV programme i have chosen to analyse and compare/contrast to the first programme, this is a TV series called V. The storyline is about an extraterrestrial race that arrives on Earth with seemingly good intentions, only to slowly reveal their true scheme the more ingrained into society they become.
The second TV programme i have chosen to analyse and compare/contrast to the first programme, this is a TV series called V. The storyline is about an extraterrestrial race that arrives on Earth with seemingly good intentions, only to slowly reveal their true scheme the more ingrained into society they become.
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Task 3:
Under the dome fits in with the codes & conventions of the Sci-Fi genre. It's setting is in a parallel version of our earth everything looks typical for present day time which is the familiar to the narrative. The narrative is based on a scientific ethic that town are trapped in a invisible impenetrable dome. In the trailer ( and actual episodes) we see the typical technical conventions are stuck to like special effects and close up and focusing on "the dome" itself.
V also fits with the codes & conventions of the Sci-Fi genre also. It's setting is in present day which is the familiar to the narrative but its an alternate future version of our earth. The narrative is based on a mix of good VS evil, political systems and new use of technology and lastly the scientific ethic of aliens. In the trailer ( ans actual episodes) we see a range of typical technical conventions for this type of genre as we have special effects, CGI, close up of futuristic technologies etc.
Both TV series are very similar in sticking to codes and conventions technically, setting in terms of time zone but differ in the choice of setting ( place ) and the narrative types they cover. Under the dome focuses more on how after the dome has fallen upon the tow their society is trapped and went from utopia to now dystopia and how they are dealing with the impact. Whereas V focuses on a mix as it's the human race vs an alien race ( good vs evil ) but also the use of new technology. Also another major difference is that V is on a global scale in that story universe whereas Under the Dome is on a small scale affecting only a small fictional town in America.
V also fits with the codes & conventions of the Sci-Fi genre also. It's setting is in present day which is the familiar to the narrative but its an alternate future version of our earth. The narrative is based on a mix of good VS evil, political systems and new use of technology and lastly the scientific ethic of aliens. In the trailer ( ans actual episodes) we see a range of typical technical conventions for this type of genre as we have special effects, CGI, close up of futuristic technologies etc.
Both TV series are very similar in sticking to codes and conventions technically, setting in terms of time zone but differ in the choice of setting ( place ) and the narrative types they cover. Under the dome focuses more on how after the dome has fallen upon the tow their society is trapped and went from utopia to now dystopia and how they are dealing with the impact. Whereas V focuses on a mix as it's the human race vs an alien race ( good vs evil ) but also the use of new technology. Also another major difference is that V is on a global scale in that story universe whereas Under the Dome is on a small scale affecting only a small fictional town in America.
Audience Profiling.
The TV series V, their target audience in terms of gender would be both female and male equally as nothing makes it more aimed at a particular gender but in terms of age it would be 15 and over, the reason being is that each episode is aired at the watershed time ( after 9 pm). Also as this is about arrival of a group of alien Visitors who claim to have only the best of intentions but actually have a secret plan. When their real aims become clearer, a resistance movement starts fighting back, so you can expect some fighting (sometimes intense, with small explosives, knives, etc.), as well as minor swearing and some suggestions of human-alien romance. Various forms of torture are also implied. Several main characters are placed in situations where they must make tough choices, to stand up for what's right or to abandon their principles and sell out the human race for personal gain.
The viewing habits for the audience would most likely be on TV as it's a TV series plus the time of the programme most people would be home at that time, teenagers maybe more likely to watch the series online on the channels website.
The TV Series Under the Dome, Their target audience in terms of gender would be both female and male equally as nothing makes it more aimed at a particular gender but in terms of age similar to V. In terms of age it would be 16 and over as the episodes are aired during the watershed ( after 9 pm ) this is because of the fact catastrophic events are show as havoc and destruction on the town occur after the dome crashes down, showing some bloody scenes that involve split limbs, bisected cut animals, and murder. There are also flashes of suggestive sexual content with partial nudity and simulated intercourse, along with gateway terms like "ass," "hell," and "damn.", Although Chester's Mill ( the set location ) is widely populated with adults, Under the Dome will most probably appeal to older teens too. The reason being, the source material's crudest content (mainly language, as in sexually charged terms like "slit snacking," and disturbing scenes involving gang rape and suggestions of necrophilia) has been heavily toned down for TV audiences, making it acceptable but still-edgy choice for older teens.
The viewing habits for the audience would most likely be on TV as it's a TV series plus the time of the programme most people would be home at that time, teenagers maybe more likely to watch the series online on the channels website or catch-up service as episodes are aired late at night.
The TV series V, their target audience in terms of gender would be both female and male equally as nothing makes it more aimed at a particular gender but in terms of age it would be 15 and over, the reason being is that each episode is aired at the watershed time ( after 9 pm). Also as this is about arrival of a group of alien Visitors who claim to have only the best of intentions but actually have a secret plan. When their real aims become clearer, a resistance movement starts fighting back, so you can expect some fighting (sometimes intense, with small explosives, knives, etc.), as well as minor swearing and some suggestions of human-alien romance. Various forms of torture are also implied. Several main characters are placed in situations where they must make tough choices, to stand up for what's right or to abandon their principles and sell out the human race for personal gain.
The viewing habits for the audience would most likely be on TV as it's a TV series plus the time of the programme most people would be home at that time, teenagers maybe more likely to watch the series online on the channels website.
The TV Series Under the Dome, Their target audience in terms of gender would be both female and male equally as nothing makes it more aimed at a particular gender but in terms of age similar to V. In terms of age it would be 16 and over as the episodes are aired during the watershed ( after 9 pm ) this is because of the fact catastrophic events are show as havoc and destruction on the town occur after the dome crashes down, showing some bloody scenes that involve split limbs, bisected cut animals, and murder. There are also flashes of suggestive sexual content with partial nudity and simulated intercourse, along with gateway terms like "ass," "hell," and "damn.", Although Chester's Mill ( the set location ) is widely populated with adults, Under the Dome will most probably appeal to older teens too. The reason being, the source material's crudest content (mainly language, as in sexually charged terms like "slit snacking," and disturbing scenes involving gang rape and suggestions of necrophilia) has been heavily toned down for TV audiences, making it acceptable but still-edgy choice for older teens.
The viewing habits for the audience would most likely be on TV as it's a TV series plus the time of the programme most people would be home at that time, teenagers maybe more likely to watch the series online on the channels website or catch-up service as episodes are aired late at night.
Audience Response.
The encoded messages in the TV series V is all about principles it leaves the audience questioning themselves on Would you help the Visitors if it led to wealth and personal power? Or would you fight back, even if resisting had a high cost? V is a allegory about what a modern media war with evil space aliens could potentially look like.
The encoded messages in the TV series Under the Dome hide in the story's heavy plot whilst exploring the dark side of humans in captivity and it's potential effects, but there are parts that are actually logical to the audience, it makes them question who tests to be the bigger threat to the people of Chester Mill: extraterrestrials or human beings?, Can a character have flaws and still be heroic? & How do earth-shattering events in real life that are equivalent with the appearance of "the Dome" make chance for ordinary people to perform extraordinary acts of heroism?
There are 3 different ways an audience can respond they are:
Preferred: Where the audience decodes the message as the producer wants them to do and broadly agrees with it, for example watching a political speech and agreeing with it.
oppositional: Where the dominant meaning is recognised but rejected for cultural, political or ideological reasons, for example complete rejection of the political speech.
Negotiated: Where the audience accepts, rejects or refines elements of the text in light of previously held views, for example Neither agreeing or disagreeing with the political speech or being disinterested.
The encoded messages in the TV series V is all about principles it leaves the audience questioning themselves on Would you help the Visitors if it led to wealth and personal power? Or would you fight back, even if resisting had a high cost? V is a allegory about what a modern media war with evil space aliens could potentially look like.
The encoded messages in the TV series Under the Dome hide in the story's heavy plot whilst exploring the dark side of humans in captivity and it's potential effects, but there are parts that are actually logical to the audience, it makes them question who tests to be the bigger threat to the people of Chester Mill: extraterrestrials or human beings?, Can a character have flaws and still be heroic? & How do earth-shattering events in real life that are equivalent with the appearance of "the Dome" make chance for ordinary people to perform extraordinary acts of heroism?
There are 3 different ways an audience can respond they are:
Preferred: Where the audience decodes the message as the producer wants them to do and broadly agrees with it, for example watching a political speech and agreeing with it.
oppositional: Where the dominant meaning is recognised but rejected for cultural, political or ideological reasons, for example complete rejection of the political speech.
Negotiated: Where the audience accepts, rejects or refines elements of the text in light of previously held views, for example Neither agreeing or disagreeing with the political speech or being disinterested.
Narrative analysis.
Under the Dome follows a Multi-Stranded & Unrestricted narrative it follows complex narrative strategies such as the shifting in characters perspective which shows clear distinction between good and evil, the audience can end up picking sides just as the characters do. The audience can reside the characters perspective, which allows the audience to distinguish the suggestion of morality from outside world.
V follows Single Strand Narrative and plays in a linear structure, V is a departure from the usual alien-invasion narrative because these invaders don’t rush in with blasters blazing; their plan, to gain the planet’s trust and then gradually take power. V stands out in the more personal dramas, when it creates mindful ethical conflicts. Watching people struggle with choices that could be good for them as individuals but terrible for the world, it shows the best, and worst, of humanity.
Themes and Political or Social issues.
Under the Dome is based in a fictional town called Chester Mill, in America. There are lots of important themes & messages in the TV series such as, people should treat others how they want to be treated is a main point. Drugs are also a theme as part of the plot involves a large-scale methamphetamine operation. Some characters use and abuse meth. Also there are themes of small town politics and morality throughout the story & it explores the social issues on the dark side of humans in captivity. Also the environment could be a theme as the dome got polluted. Religion and sacrifice is also a theme shown.This programme did not create or spark any major debates.
V is based more large scale compared to Under the Dome as the effect of the alien visitors travel major cities like New York and around the world. There are also a lot of important themes & messages in this TV series such as, the series demonstrates why it’s important to judge people not by what they say, but by what they do, despite that the show revolves mainly around invasion and oppression. This has themes to do with the environment as The Visitors claim to only need a small amount of Earth's resources, in exchange for which they will share their advanced technological and medical knowledge. There is a strong theme of politics as established diplomatic relations, Visitor Embassies were established. Religion and rebellion come up as themes when found out the aliens have spent years looking into human governments, businesses, and religious institutions, human health and disease is also a theme as a number of diseases were cured .Another theme that crops up is Crime (terrorism) as in one scene a suicide bombing happens on one of the ships.
This TV series sparked a debate unlike Under the Dome. The series interpreted by some reviewers as an allegory of the presidency of Barrack Obama, people had noticed parallels between the show's proposition and Obama's governing, Also was it a coincidence that the series was launching on the first anniversary of Obama's election? the use of phrases present in the series, such as "hope", "change", and "Universal Health Care" being offered by the Visitors made some people think the show was a pointed annotation and commentary on Obamamania (the condition of being a very enthusiastic supporter of elected US President Barack Obama). The show's cast and crew disprove the allegations of bias, however profess Visitor leader Anna was shaped after politicians, but the series executive producer was taken aback by the altercation, Peters stated that the show was open to interpretation and that "people bring subjective thoughts to it... but there is no particular agenda.", So it's up to you individually weather it really is just a show about spaceships or an allegory of the presidency of the American president.
Under the Dome is based in a fictional town called Chester Mill, in America. There are lots of important themes & messages in the TV series such as, people should treat others how they want to be treated is a main point. Drugs are also a theme as part of the plot involves a large-scale methamphetamine operation. Some characters use and abuse meth. Also there are themes of small town politics and morality throughout the story & it explores the social issues on the dark side of humans in captivity. Also the environment could be a theme as the dome got polluted. Religion and sacrifice is also a theme shown.This programme did not create or spark any major debates.
V is based more large scale compared to Under the Dome as the effect of the alien visitors travel major cities like New York and around the world. There are also a lot of important themes & messages in this TV series such as, the series demonstrates why it’s important to judge people not by what they say, but by what they do, despite that the show revolves mainly around invasion and oppression. This has themes to do with the environment as The Visitors claim to only need a small amount of Earth's resources, in exchange for which they will share their advanced technological and medical knowledge. There is a strong theme of politics as established diplomatic relations, Visitor Embassies were established. Religion and rebellion come up as themes when found out the aliens have spent years looking into human governments, businesses, and religious institutions, human health and disease is also a theme as a number of diseases were cured .Another theme that crops up is Crime (terrorism) as in one scene a suicide bombing happens on one of the ships.
This TV series sparked a debate unlike Under the Dome. The series interpreted by some reviewers as an allegory of the presidency of Barrack Obama, people had noticed parallels between the show's proposition and Obama's governing, Also was it a coincidence that the series was launching on the first anniversary of Obama's election? the use of phrases present in the series, such as "hope", "change", and "Universal Health Care" being offered by the Visitors made some people think the show was a pointed annotation and commentary on Obamamania (the condition of being a very enthusiastic supporter of elected US President Barack Obama). The show's cast and crew disprove the allegations of bias, however profess Visitor leader Anna was shaped after politicians, but the series executive producer was taken aback by the altercation, Peters stated that the show was open to interpretation and that "people bring subjective thoughts to it... but there is no particular agenda.", So it's up to you individually weather it really is just a show about spaceships or an allegory of the presidency of the American president.
Representation.
V
Erica Evans Played by Elizabeth Mitchell is one of the main characters, she is the female protagonist of the series. Erica Evans is a prime agent with the FBI’s Counter Terrorist Division, as well as being a single mum trying to do the best she can bringing up her troubled teenage son. After the Visitors arrive on their earth, Erica gets absorbed up in the immense conspiracy and toughest fight of her life, to defend humankind and to keep her son safe and free from danger. At first glance most viewers will most probably be quickly to assume her stereotype of the "dumb blonde" based on two things, the fact she is blonde and number two. she is female and usually female characters are generally portrayed as weak or needing to be saved, but this character completely goes against these stereotypes and challenges the audiences expectations. She is intelligent and one kick ass agent who is very protective ( which is generally in most parents nature) and will stop at nothing to do so. Not only is Erica defying the aliens, she also stands up to the government that seems only too inclined to take in arms the Visitors and dismiss the potential threat. As a result, the show often plays much like many other actions programs that oppose a small team of rebels against a larger force , she is not one to be messed with.
V
Erica Evans Played by Elizabeth Mitchell is one of the main characters, she is the female protagonist of the series. Erica Evans is a prime agent with the FBI’s Counter Terrorist Division, as well as being a single mum trying to do the best she can bringing up her troubled teenage son. After the Visitors arrive on their earth, Erica gets absorbed up in the immense conspiracy and toughest fight of her life, to defend humankind and to keep her son safe and free from danger. At first glance most viewers will most probably be quickly to assume her stereotype of the "dumb blonde" based on two things, the fact she is blonde and number two. she is female and usually female characters are generally portrayed as weak or needing to be saved, but this character completely goes against these stereotypes and challenges the audiences expectations. She is intelligent and one kick ass agent who is very protective ( which is generally in most parents nature) and will stop at nothing to do so. Not only is Erica defying the aliens, she also stands up to the government that seems only too inclined to take in arms the Visitors and dismiss the potential threat. As a result, the show often plays much like many other actions programs that oppose a small team of rebels against a larger force , she is not one to be messed with.
She shows her intelligence when she uncovers that the aliens have spent decades working into human governments, businesses, and religious institutions as apart of their scheme to take over the Earth, she then joins the resistance movement in attempt to save humanity. In terms of her characters age, class and gender she will most definitely appeal to mothers or parents, as her being a single parent is potential something some members of the audience can relate to. But I do think it would appeal to teenagers because although she is seen a motherly figure she is shown in a edgy bad ass way and someone people would look up to or aspire to have certain traits like that character, in terms of looks she may well appeal to the male side of the audience. Slowly but surely female characters these days are starting to get better roles and better less sexist or degrading representations in the Sci-Fi genre but also others which is setting more of a positive example.
Anna played by Morena Baccarin is also one of the main characters, she is the female antagonist of the series. She is a Visitor Queen and High Commander who is savagely-manipulative but delightfully evil. She is an intriguing character because her intentions to begin with are not quite clear she gains the planet’s trust and then slowly assume power , She is one of those villains that you can't help but like as Anna's character is made to be downright charming. This character fits in with the villain stereotype from her traits and the fact she maybe seen as good looking but in the end untrustworthy. The audience first is see her being portrayed a seeming kind-hearted, charming and beautiful, and offering friendship to the people of Earth. Then they eventually see that In reality, she is fierce, ruthless, and ruling the Visitors (and if she has her way, humanity) this is also a stereotypical convention Sci-Fi programmes use as it can be a challenge for Sci-Fi genres to make a villain that will scare people, this is why the audience are made questioning at pointing the finger at who the devil character is. She is a very human looking alien which is stereotypical this is for a number of reasons, using the familiar in the unfamiliar this helps the audience believe and to aid the audience to connect more with the narrative and images they are seeing.
In terms of age she looks like a young adult so will appeal to probably both a teenage and adult audience, her gender may interest the male audience because of her appearance although she is a bit sexualised as in one particular scene She calls down all the best soldiers from the 29 ships and selects one after they go through medical examination, and she selects one to "breed" with although it's not your typical stereotype of sexualised a character because usually the female would be portrayed as a "sex object" but the roles are reversed as the male seems to be used as one instead after she is done mating with the male soldier, she devours him to nourish her babies. She seems to be upper-class so that would make people below her class either envy or aspire to have what she does in terms of technology.
Anna played by Morena Baccarin is also one of the main characters, she is the female antagonist of the series. She is a Visitor Queen and High Commander who is savagely-manipulative but delightfully evil. She is an intriguing character because her intentions to begin with are not quite clear she gains the planet’s trust and then slowly assume power , She is one of those villains that you can't help but like as Anna's character is made to be downright charming. This character fits in with the villain stereotype from her traits and the fact she maybe seen as good looking but in the end untrustworthy. The audience first is see her being portrayed a seeming kind-hearted, charming and beautiful, and offering friendship to the people of Earth. Then they eventually see that In reality, she is fierce, ruthless, and ruling the Visitors (and if she has her way, humanity) this is also a stereotypical convention Sci-Fi programmes use as it can be a challenge for Sci-Fi genres to make a villain that will scare people, this is why the audience are made questioning at pointing the finger at who the devil character is. She is a very human looking alien which is stereotypical this is for a number of reasons, using the familiar in the unfamiliar this helps the audience believe and to aid the audience to connect more with the narrative and images they are seeing.
In terms of age she looks like a young adult so will appeal to probably both a teenage and adult audience, her gender may interest the male audience because of her appearance although she is a bit sexualised as in one particular scene She calls down all the best soldiers from the 29 ships and selects one after they go through medical examination, and she selects one to "breed" with although it's not your typical stereotype of sexualised a character because usually the female would be portrayed as a "sex object" but the roles are reversed as the male seems to be used as one instead after she is done mating with the male soldier, she devours him to nourish her babies. She seems to be upper-class so that would make people below her class either envy or aspire to have what she does in terms of technology.
Representation.
Under the Dome
Under the Dome
Dean Norris played the main character, James Rennie Sr., better known as Big Jim, he is the power-hungry anti-hero of Under the Dome. Big Jim is known for his arrogance and sense of his own self-worth.He is charismatic enough to maintain control over the right people, but those clever enough recognize that he wants to have authority while hiding his want for power. Big Jim also got involved in illegal drug manufacturing and distribution, This character at the start of the narrative is represented in a positive light as he is the town's councilman who also owns a successful used car business and owner of the Sweetbrier Rose which he bought to help out Rose Twitchell who was having money issues. He is looked up to as a leader of the town. He has a friendly appearance in public, but when he is speaking privately to certain people, he becomes bitter and threatening.
The age and gender of this character will appeal more to the older audience but younger viewers would look at him as an authoritative parent like figure, it's important to note that the drug manufacturing is not glorified in fact it's the complete opposite showing the dangers, this is important so that it wouldn't encourage anyone, his appearance is stereotypical for someone involved with drugs big and bald. Overall I think this character panders to the audience's expectations, apart from they way he is revealed to be the bad guy it dose not fits in with typical Sci-Fi conventions, as when he gains more knowledge about the dome, he teams up with the protagonists to help end the killing.
The age and gender of this character will appeal more to the older audience but younger viewers would look at him as an authoritative parent like figure, it's important to note that the drug manufacturing is not glorified in fact it's the complete opposite showing the dangers, this is important so that it wouldn't encourage anyone, his appearance is stereotypical for someone involved with drugs big and bald. Overall I think this character panders to the audience's expectations, apart from they way he is revealed to be the bad guy it dose not fits in with typical Sci-Fi conventions, as when he gains more knowledge about the dome, he teams up with the protagonists to help end the killing.
"Dome, I'll make you a deal. If you bring her back right now, I won't murder every single of your special little friends. I won't slit Julia's throat, shoot Barbie in the heart, or burn those kids alive. Okay? You got three seconds. Okay then. " |
Julia Shumway is one of the main characters, She is a degraded journalist who newly relocated to Chester's Mill to restore her career. Where she then became stuck when the Dome came down. Not long after Julia's husband disappeared, she developed a relationship with Barbie, the man responsible for his disappearance. Later she was chosen by the Dome as the "Monarch", its protector. Her gender and age would appeal most likely to the teen audience as she is young,the younger audience of the show can relate more to that character than to the older ones , Usually redheads are put into 4 stereotypes, the geek, the sexy one (if female), the bimbo ( aimed at females) or the evil one, but this character does not fit into these. Instead she is portrayed as a heroic like figure so this challenges the audiences expectations.
"You said that I was chosen. Well if I was, then that has to be for something, so if someone has to die then let it be me; just please don't take any more of them." |
Both TV series challenge audience expection but also make sure they are still pandering to the audience expectations. One thing i noticed about the two TV series i am analysing is that they both rely on ‘stock’ characters such as:
The main hero
The sidekick
The evil villain
The authorities / experts / scientists who can be arrogant or foolish, and the hero has to fight them too
stereotypes are used as a way to communicate ideas, the audience finds stereotypes (e.g. the good-looking but untrustworthy woman; the self- sacrificing mother; the hazardous teen) easy to spot and easy to understand. It is also simpler for producers to show an easy stereotype rather than a more complex character.
I don't believe it is correct that programmes that show people who aren't in stereotypes as invisible, usually someone who doesn't fit in is one of the main focuses; letting people who ‘don't fit into society’ relate as well to the programme and that characters emotions. It is not right to use stereotypes to a extent where they are offensive but they are needed because without stereotypes programmes would have very limited audiences as only limited amounts of viewers could relate.
The main hero
The sidekick
The evil villain
The authorities / experts / scientists who can be arrogant or foolish, and the hero has to fight them too
stereotypes are used as a way to communicate ideas, the audience finds stereotypes (e.g. the good-looking but untrustworthy woman; the self- sacrificing mother; the hazardous teen) easy to spot and easy to understand. It is also simpler for producers to show an easy stereotype rather than a more complex character.
I don't believe it is correct that programmes that show people who aren't in stereotypes as invisible, usually someone who doesn't fit in is one of the main focuses; letting people who ‘don't fit into society’ relate as well to the programme and that characters emotions. It is not right to use stereotypes to a extent where they are offensive but they are needed because without stereotypes programmes would have very limited audiences as only limited amounts of viewers could relate.
Technical Aspects.
The Camera/ technical techniques help emphasise the crucial science or technology to the scene and overall narrative.
Sci-Fi films aim to make the audience believe in the images they're seeing, they manage to do this by using somewhat common aspects of technology and science in a fictional method that assists in making the link between fiction and reality.
Both Programmes stick to the technical aspects of the Sci-Fi genre here are some examples:
The Camera/ technical techniques help emphasise the crucial science or technology to the scene and overall narrative.
Sci-Fi films aim to make the audience believe in the images they're seeing, they manage to do this by using somewhat common aspects of technology and science in a fictional method that assists in making the link between fiction and reality.
Both Programmes stick to the technical aspects of the Sci-Fi genre here are some examples:
In the TV series V they have worked very well on the cinematography and special affects, they are crystal clear. Another thing that enhanced the narrative was the number of close up shots with the talent in action together. To add to this the special effects were also enhanced by the sweeping panoramic shots of the inside of the V Mother Ships.
Under the Dome use of special affects and style of cinematography really enhanced the feel of the programme, giving it that translucent glass like appearance and the unbreakable force feel to the dome got cross really clearly to the audience trough the screen.
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