Monday, 5 November 2012
Monday, 22 October 2012
LO1 Task 4 Compare and Contrast Eastenders and Doctor Who
Task 4
Compare & Contrast - Eastenders and Doctor Who
Eastenders is a realist drama which has been on TV for many years also it uses a single camera in the production. It is a drama where it based on real life situations that people may go through. On the other hand, Doctor Who is an anti-realist drama which has a narrative of going into space, meeting aliens and time traveling.
Eastenders is based in East London and is a sequential drama, meaning that the drama is filmed in chronological order, making the drama flow. There are some aspects of Props Theory in Eastenders at times; this is because that there is a hero, villain and damsel in distress. However, it depends on what the storyline is about. The storyline of Eastenders is not consistent as it changes all the time. However, there will be one main story line that the narrative will be based on and the others will be substituted but as the characters clips change the story will change too. The drama, Eastenders, has both aspects of subjective and objective narrative. I know that it is subjective because the audience know what is happening during the episode. For example, the character 'Michael Moon' portrays to the audience what he is going through and how he is feeling in his situation. However Eastenders is objective too meaning that the audience does not know what is happening. Eastenders is a restricted drama where the audience can see what the character is going through and have sympathy for the character.
On the other hand, the drama 'Doctor who' is an anti-realist drama, meaning that the narrative, and everything that is involved in the drama, is fake. In each episode it consists of meeting aliens traveling through time and travelling in outer space. But in Doctor Who there are some aspects of Realism, such as the love story between Rory and Amy Pond. This drama involves the Props Theory as it has the involvement of a hero which is Doctor Who, a damsel in distress which is Oswin and villains which are the Darleks. Also to support The Props Theory, it also has Todorovs Theory meaning that everything is all well at the beginning, where Amy and Rory agreed to have divorce; living a normal life, and then it changes by the doctor becoming captured and taken by a prisoner by the Darleks. It is then resolved by the Doctor being the hero and fixing the problem. There characters are shown one at a time in order for the episode to link together. However, Doctor Who is a non-linear drama because it involves flashback. For example, at the beginning of this episode it shows that doctor who is defeated and then it flashes back to the main plot of the story and where it began. It is a restricted drama where the audience doesn't know what has happens next.
In conclusion both Easterners and Doctor Who have similarities such as both of them use a single camera to do all the production and both dramas consist of being restricted. However, the differences are that Eastenders is based around the realism and real life problem whereas doctor who is a Fictional narrative which is anti-realist.
Monday, 8 October 2012
LO1 Task 3 Genres
Task 3 - Genes
Genres
The definition of genres is a film or plot that has its own individual mood.
example of genres in a film or program is
a example of a period drama that i analysed is Merlin. by watching this as a viewer you can judge when this was set which is the past by the costume, lighting and other aspects.
The costume in the drama Merlin is old where the main characters are dressed as knight. this shows that this drama is based in the times where there was nights riding on horses. This portrays to the audience that if its a knights storyline they will have to adapt what the knights cultures was which is believing in dragons and there would be queens and kings ruling land.
In Merlin Every character in this period drama speak differently from the modern English for example the word "fool" the definition of that in the old English terms is known as a entertainer. also another example of old English being used in this period drama is when everyone address's the queen to "my lady" in the Knights time this is how they would show respect to the queen.
The drama doctor who, has anti realistic characters where there are darlek which are robots and props used such as the tardis where the doctor can travel through time. the costumes are normally costumes that are out of this world such as aliens and other unrealistic creatures.
In this sci-fi drama the location changes through out the every episodes however there are some that font change such as the Tardis and the house. But the location used can be out of this world past and future.
Genres
The definition of genres is a film or plot that has its own individual mood.
example of genres in a film or program is
- Thirller
- Drama
- Sci-fi
- Period drama
- Comedy
- Soap
Period drama - Merlin
Period Drama is a drama where it is set in the past such as Victoria times and old western time.a example of a period drama that i analysed is Merlin. by watching this as a viewer you can judge when this was set which is the past by the costume, lighting and other aspects.
The costume in the drama Merlin is old where the main characters are dressed as knight. this shows that this drama is based in the times where there was nights riding on horses. This portrays to the audience that if its a knights storyline they will have to adapt what the knights cultures was which is believing in dragons and there would be queens and kings ruling land.
In Merlin Every character in this period drama speak differently from the modern English for example the word "fool" the definition of that in the old English terms is known as a entertainer. also another example of old English being used in this period drama is when everyone address's the queen to "my lady" in the Knights time this is how they would show respect to the queen.
SCI-FI - Doctor who
Sci-fi is anti-realist genre where the characters are some time abnormal. A example of a SCI-FI drama is doctor who. Doctor who is a antirealist drama where the story is fictional which means tht the narrative of the drama is not real.The drama doctor who, has anti realistic characters where there are darlek which are robots and props used such as the tardis where the doctor can travel through time. the costumes are normally costumes that are out of this world such as aliens and other unrealistic creatures.
In this sci-fi drama the location changes through out the every episodes however there are some that font change such as the Tardis and the house. But the location used can be out of this world past and future.
Comedy - Friends
Friends is a comedy where it has audience watching while the program is filming. firstly there would be a 180 degree rule where any of the for cameras cannot cross. this allows the studio to be used properly and allow the audience in the background to watch too.
The locations in this comedy is normally based in apartments and the cafe. If they are going out of those areas for example a driving scene a green screen is used. but mainly all the scenes that take place in friends are in a studio.
Lighting in a comedy is always a netrual colour not warm or cool it matches the scene. The lighting should be the same through out the scenes because it is shot in a studio and the lighting should be consistant at all times.
The props that are being used is what every normal person has in theirs apartments or home. such as a sofa, TV kettle and ETC. It portrays the main characters as they are living in a everyday living environment however in the Cafe there is other props which you will find in a regular coffee shop.
Soap - Eastenders
Soap is a genre where it is shown on TV continuously it could be some days of the week to once a week. Eastenders is a example of a Soap drama. it is shown continuously though out the week and it normally comes on 4 times a week.Eastenders is a a realist Soap drama which means that all the situations and events that take place is known to happen in a persons everyday life. Eastenders involves realistic situations and events such as characters having affairs, stealing, arguments and family problems.The props that are used in used in are normally what is in a normal family house for example in the living rooms there cutlery, frames and etc...the lighting depends on what time of day it is in the set for example when the character is based out side it might me day or night. However Eastenders is mainly shot in the studio which means that all the scenes have consistent lighting.LO1 Task 2 Single Camera and Multi Camera
TASK 2
single camera & multi-camera
Single Camera Format
Single camera format is when One camera is being used through out the whole production of filming. Single camera is mainly used in documentaries, dramas and some times comedy. The reason why they use Single camera in there categories is because it enables the director to have more control of the camera and the director can spot the mistake quicker. The way that the single camera shots will be used is by having a numerous shot taken in one go for example shots 1, 3, 5, 7 will be taken in one angle followed by shots 2, 4, 6, 8, from a different angle. Then in the editing process the editor can cut and ripple the clips together which creates a scene. The way that the Director has more control of the camera is by ordering the filming crew when to stop and start shooting, if there is a mistake or the camera is in the wrong angle and then he can order where the camera should go.
advantage of single camera
The advantage of using a single camera is that the director can have a more established role on making the film look perfect. Also it is much more cheaper for the reason because you do not have to pay for expenditure such as more camera more filming crew members and other equipment. Single camera make consume time however the out come of it is to make every scene look perfect.
Multiple Camera Format
Multiple camera format is when a production crew is using more than one camera when filing. Multiple camera format is usually used it Live Television programs such as sporting events and reality TV shows. It is used in these specific categories because it live broadcasted on air and the cameras are being filmed continuously. The directors role it these events to be next to a mixer where it channels which camera to come online and start filing and to speak in a mic to command which camera to be online. Also when being edited the editor has the duty to pick the best shots that was taken and then will be joined together and be finalized in a disk.
Advantage of Multiple camera format.
The advantage of having a multiple camera format is that you are guaranteed to have a better chance to cover all the shots and it will be live. on the other hand it maybe costly however it is much more effective when shooting in live events.
Example of Single camera format
Waterloo Road
Examples of Multiple camera format
Football match
single camera & multi-camera
Single Camera Format
Single camera format is when One camera is being used through out the whole production of filming. Single camera is mainly used in documentaries, dramas and some times comedy. The reason why they use Single camera in there categories is because it enables the director to have more control of the camera and the director can spot the mistake quicker. The way that the single camera shots will be used is by having a numerous shot taken in one go for example shots 1, 3, 5, 7 will be taken in one angle followed by shots 2, 4, 6, 8, from a different angle. Then in the editing process the editor can cut and ripple the clips together which creates a scene. The way that the Director has more control of the camera is by ordering the filming crew when to stop and start shooting, if there is a mistake or the camera is in the wrong angle and then he can order where the camera should go.
advantage of single camera
The advantage of using a single camera is that the director can have a more established role on making the film look perfect. Also it is much more cheaper for the reason because you do not have to pay for expenditure such as more camera more filming crew members and other equipment. Single camera make consume time however the out come of it is to make every scene look perfect.
Multiple Camera Format
Multiple camera format is when a production crew is using more than one camera when filing. Multiple camera format is usually used it Live Television programs such as sporting events and reality TV shows. It is used in these specific categories because it live broadcasted on air and the cameras are being filmed continuously. The directors role it these events to be next to a mixer where it channels which camera to come online and start filing and to speak in a mic to command which camera to be online. Also when being edited the editor has the duty to pick the best shots that was taken and then will be joined together and be finalized in a disk.
Advantage of Multiple camera format.
The advantage of having a multiple camera format is that you are guaranteed to have a better chance to cover all the shots and it will be live. on the other hand it maybe costly however it is much more effective when shooting in live events.
Example of Single camera format
Waterloo Road
Citizen Khan
Football match
Britain's got talent
LO1 Task 1 Series, Serials and Single Dramas
Task 1
Series
Waterloo road
The analysis of Waterloo Road portrays that it is a well known and popular TV program. There is 8 Seasons in Waterloo Road which has been first broadcast since the year 2006. in the first season they broadcast 8 episodes with a staggering maximum 5.03 millions viewers tuning in. The drama then increased their episodes in season to by broadcasting 12 episodes and at the moment Waterloo Road is showing 19 episodes season.
The channel is on BBC One which is a public channel where every one can access it from any TV service provider. The time slot is just before 9pm which means that it is shown just before a normal teenager will go to bed and it will be a time where the whole family may watch this program.
Series
Merlin
Another example of a popular series is a anti-realist drama called 'Merlin'. Merlin drama series is broadcast once a week and it is a narrative that is based unreal events that take place in the medieval time. The events that take place in Merlin is that they go on quests and solve problems that tackle the main characters. Merlin is also a Period drama that consists of a anti realism narrative.
Day + Time slot: Saturday
Channel: BBC1
Seasons: 5
Episodes:13
Audience figures: the latest average viewers for this drama is 7.3 million
Merlin is a period drama that is broadcast on a public channel on BBC One. It has made 5 seasons all together and the maximum episodes shown in one season is 13 episodes. The day it is broadcast is on a saturday which a great day to be on TV because many people do not have work on that day and also there is no school so the whole family can tune in to watch it
Scrubs
'Scrubs' is a well known program which was first broadcast in america. The comedy anti-realist program Scrubs has been broadcasted beyond the united states of america and has been viewed by many people in the united kingdom. The Drama Scrubs is based in a hospital where many problems occurs however it consists of the narrative structure changing through out the episodes due to different character entering the drama and leaving too.
Day + Time slot: Saturday
Channel: originally broadcast on ABC in america
Seasons: 9
Episodes: The most episodes that has been broadcast is 24
Audience figures: 4.5million viewers
Scrubs is a comedy that is based on a hospital. The statistics show that it has made 4.5 million viewers tuning in to watch this program in one episode. This drama was first viewed in america on the channel ABC and has made 9 seasons in total and the maximum episodes that has been show is 24. It has been on air since 2001 and has attracted millions of viewers not just in the USA but internationally.
Top Gear
The motor Review show 'Top Gear' was firstly shown in 1977 with the presenters angela Ripponand and Tom Coyne. Top Gear was first a magazine which then was turned in to a TV program. It started of being broadcast for 30 minute a day for once a month. Also it was shown only Broadcast in the Midland region only.
In 2002 Top Gear was reformatted with the help of one main character 'Jeremy Clarkson'. Since that change it was as if it was a brand new show with different characters and improved television program. Top gear specifically aims the show at reviewing cars and giving feedback of what they think of it however they also star celebrities on the program. originally Top Gear was broadcast in the UK and then gradually has spread for other countries to have their very own program called Top Gear for example Top Gear USA and Top Gear Russia.
Day + Time slot: Sunday 8pm
Channel: BBC TWO
Seasons: 19
Episodes: the episodes per season is normally go from 9 episodes to 12 episodes.
Audience figures: latest figure 5.3 million viewers .
the statistics of Top Gear Shows that it is a Program that millions of viewers love to watch. It is mainly targeted at car lovers. It is made out of 19 seasons and still producing more seasons for the future. It is Shown on a Sunday 8 PM which is the last day of the weekend and because it is shown before 9 PM the viewers can watch it and then get ready for the next working day which is Monday.
Eastenders
Eastenders is a British Soap that has been broadcast on TV for over 25 years. it is a realist drama where the events that take place can be based on real people. it has won 6 six Bafta awards and won 10 National TV awards for being the most popular serial drama. Eastenders has involved many realism events. It has been continually been on air on the same channel and same time slot ever since it was first broadcasted.
Day + Time slot: Monday and friday - 8pm tuesday and thursday - 7.30pm
Channel: BBC one
Episodes: 4586
Audience figures: In 2010 - 10.8 million
This Soap has 4586 episodes all together and millions on veiews enjoy watching this program. the time slot it is in is perfect for a everyday family that enjoy watching Soap programs. The highest audience figure that Eastenders has is 10.8 millions which shows that it isnt a program that the audience just flick through they sit down comfortably just to watch it.
X Factor
X factor is a British reality TV program that is based upon a competition of various singer across the UK. It consists of finding the right singing voice that the country loves and then they can vote for who to go through to the next stage. The X factor has expanded from the UK and now has been broadcasted in the USA. A primary rival of X factor is Britain Got Talent.
Day + Time slot: saturday 8pm and sunday 8pm
Channel: ITV
Series: 9
Episodes: 31
Audience figures: In 2012 - 9.63million
Serial
A serialization of a book or a event which is only broadcast once. It generally reflects real life and has between 1 and 10 episodes. Normally they consists of 3 or more episodes. In a serial the Same characters and locations are going to be used and at the end of each of the episodes it finishes with a cliffhanger to follow through to the next episode.
This is England 88'
This is England is a example of a serial drama. It consists of having 3 episodes being broadcast on television and had a strong narrative that consists of relationship problems, gangs and suicide. This is England '88 was originally broadcast on channel 4 on the date 13th - 14th December 2011 followed by This is England '90
Citizen Khan
Citizen Khan is a Serial Drama which consists of broadcast 6 episode on BBC ONE. When it first released on air it reached a impressive 3.41 million viewers. The location used in this Comedy drama is in Spark Hill
Birmingham and it has strong cultural views on Pakistan. it was first on air on the date august 27 2012. The BBC demanded to have another Series to be shown int September 2013.
Sherlock Holmes.
Sherlock Holmes is a serial that has a story line. it uses single camera techniques because it is easier for the director to direct how to shoot the film because the director can see what is being filmed. Sherlock Holmes was shown on TV for a couple of weeks and then the narrative came to a conclusion and then Sherlock Holmes was stopped showing on TV however it was still showing on demand on BBC I player.
This is England 88'
This is England is a example of a serial drama. It consists of having 3 episodes being broadcast on television and had a strong narrative that consists of relationship problems, gangs and suicide. This is England '88 was originally broadcast on channel 4 on the date 13th - 14th December 2011 followed by This is England '90
Citizen Khan is a Serial Drama which consists of broadcast 6 episode on BBC ONE. When it first released on air it reached a impressive 3.41 million viewers. The location used in this Comedy drama is in Spark Hill
Birmingham and it has strong cultural views on Pakistan. it was first on air on the date august 27 2012. The BBC demanded to have another Series to be shown int September 2013.
Sherlock Holmes.
Sherlock Holmes is a serial that has a story line. it uses single camera techniques because it is easier for the director to direct how to shoot the film because the director can see what is being filmed. Sherlock Holmes was shown on TV for a couple of weeks and then the narrative came to a conclusion and then Sherlock Holmes was stopped showing on TV however it was still showing on demand on BBC I player.
Single Drama
A single drama is a program broadcasts one episode and is normally based on a real life situation that has taken place. Most the time they are based on topical and controversial issues. A single camera episode contains one whole narrative in it, it does not require to have numerous episodes. examples f a single drama are 'My murder' and 'Appropriate adult'.
My murder
This is a single drama which was based on a real life event. The narrative consists of different character from the people that was involved in reality but story line was based on how the situation happened. it was show on air on the channel BBC Three on 26th of march 2012. My Murder was based in the rough ends of London and portrays many features of realism especially in this modern day. It was on air only once and has been Broadcast by a public channel so everyone that has access to a TV can watch it.
Normally in a Single Drama such as this tries to send a message to the targeted audience and in this case it is aimed at youths and young adults.
This is a single drama which was based on a real life event. The narrative consists of different character from the people that was involved in reality but story line was based on how the situation happened. it was show on air on the channel BBC Three on 26th of march 2012. My Murder was based in the rough ends of London and portrays many features of realism especially in this modern day. It was on air only once and has been Broadcast by a public channel so everyone that has access to a TV can watch it.
Normally in a Single Drama such as this tries to send a message to the targeted audience and in this case it is aimed at youths and young adults.
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