Tara Media Exam

Task 1: Genre Fact sheets 1) What example is provided of why visual iconographies are so important? They help us recognise genres through repeated codes and conventions which are aspects of a text which the audience recognises as a shared character such as from specfifc visual or aural media language. For example  the mise en scene of deep space, usually indicates the genre of sci-fi. 2) What examples are provided of the importance of narrative in identifying genre? Science Fiction - Star Wars - Star Trek Set in outer space? -  yes - yes Use of space ships? - yes - yes Use of alien characters?-  yes - yes Laser Guns? - yes -  yes High Tech Devices? - yes -  yes 3) What are the different ways films can be categorised according to Bordwell?  Period or Country (e.g. U.S. films of the 1930s Director or Star (e.g. Ben Stiller films Technical Process (e.g. Animation) Style (e.g. German Expressionism) Series (e.g. Bond films) Audience (e.g. Family films) 4) ...

Part 1: Media Factsheet reading 1) What is the definition of structuralism provided by the Factsheet?  Structuralism is a theoretical perspective that emphasises the existence of universal structure underlying the surface differences and assumed randomness of various cultures, stories and media texts. 2) What are binary oppositions and why are they important? Binary oppositions , which is evident in the above kinship relations, they are extremely important for underlying structures in a culture and, by knowing the nature of one element in a structure.  3) How do genre and auteur theory link to structuralism?  Auteur theory is also an example of a structuralist way of text, because they can be identified across different types of text. 4) Look at page 4 of the factsheet. What is post-structuralism? Post- structuralism is the idea of interest in how extremal structures and affect meaning, such as post-structural analysis may look at how attitudes towards gender or ethnic...

  1- One reason I chose Media A levels is because I am very passionate about filming such as music videos, which is my favourite media. I also found out it can be a useful subject for law as it involves essay writing. 2- No, I did not take GCSE Media Studies  3- No, I did not take GCSE Media Studies  4- A* 5- I want to complete a degree in LLB Law at a top university and hopefully do a masters in Law after that. 6- I believe the biggest media story of 2025 is the chance of world war 3 to happen. This is because this scared many people, such as the news channels telling people to pack a 'safety kit' full of supplies. Along with the possibility of Russia bombing London.  7- Instagram and as scrolling on youtube home page  8- Unknown number: The high school catfish 9- never have i ever  10- During a school day, I spend around 3 hours a day. On the weekends I spend around 6 hours. I believe it is too much because out of the whole day, 3 hours is a lot of time....

Newspapers Which daily newspapers (if any) do you read? -  None What sections of newspapers do you turn to first, and why? - None What sections do you never read, and why? - None What kinds of stories do you usually read and why?  - None Do you, or someone else, buy the newspaper you read?   - None Do you look at the online versions of any newspapers? Which newspapers? Why do you visit their website and not others?   - None Magazines What magazines (if any) do you buy regularly?  Why/why not? - Fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle and Vanity   What sections of the magazines do you read and not read, and why? - I don't tend to read the articles of the magazines because they often go off topic on fashion and instead look at lifestyle. I read the main fashion pages such as new items or trends. Television Approximately how many hours a week do you spend watching television? - 8-9 hours What device do you use to watch television? - TV What times ...

  1) What is the definition of structuralism provided by the Factsheet?  Structuralism was once a really popular way of analysing media texts. But by the 1970s, it started to break down because there were so many different approaches that it was hard to pin down one clear, coherent theory. 2) What are binary oppositions and why are they important? Binary oppositions are pairs of opposites (like good vs. evil, male vs. female, rich vs. poor) that help create meaning in stories. They’re important because they show how texts rely on contrasts to build narratives and shape how audiences understand them. 3) How do genre and auteur theory link to structuralism?  Genre theory shows how texts share common structures and codes that make them recognizable as part of a category (like horror, comedy, romance). Auteur theory argues that individual creators (like directors) put their own recurring themes and stylistic “structures” into their work, making them identifiable across diff...

1) What are the preferred, negotiated and oppositional readings for the RBK 50 Cent advert? Preferred reading - 50 Cent embodies resilience, strength, and authenticity. The slogan “I am what I am” positions him as unapologetic and true to himself. The quote “there is no plan B … tomorrow is not promised” encourages audiences to live authentically, work hard, and seize opportunities. The brand (Reebok) aligns itself with 50 Cent’s image of toughness, determination, and street credibility — suggesting that wearing Reebok makes you authentic and fearless. Some viewers may admire 50 Cent’s determination but might not fully agree with the fatalistic idea of “no plan B.” They could respect his background but see it as glamorising a risky or dangerous lifestyle. The brand might be appealing for its association with individuality and rebellion, but audiences could still see it mainly as a marketing strategy to sell shoes. Oppositional reading some audiences may see the advert as problematic ...

TASK 1 TECHNICAL CODES CAMERAS WORK / PHOTOGRAPHIC - the camera work shows a close up of 50 cent expression of being serious which conveys his career and lifestyle.  LIGHTING - On the print the low key, high control lighting   is shining above 50 cent, making him the spotlight and the central of the ad , which presents intensity, connoting danger and seriousness The dark lighting behind 50 cent conveys black lives matter, attracts different audience for reebok, such as 50 cent's fan base and black people. SOUND - None EDITING -  Moreover, the image is spilt into two sides, one showing 50 cent and the other showing fingerprints which presents his presence and past.  Additionally, the photo is black and white which portrays the  mood  and sets the  tone  of being dark and yet evil. Along with the  Size hierarchy , Placing 50 cent as the bigger image which portrays he is the main idea of this ad  VERBAL CODES LANG / WORDS - "Where I...