Representation of Gender

Representation of Gender on Prezi

Representation of Age

Will will be starting to discuss and analyse different aspects of representation over the next few weeks. We are starting with representation of age.

Representation of Age on Prezi

Intro to Representation

Theory of Representation on Prezi

Representation intro

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Theory of Representation

Below is a useful powerpoint on the theory of representation. It is aimed at A2 students studying their critical perspectives unit however, there are some very useful theories that can enhance an essay on representation at AS.

Open publication - Free publishing

Further Reading: Representation & Mise-en-scene

Pages 35-39 in Media and Meaning: an introduction is easy to understand and will supplement your classroom studies. Copies are available in the library for you to make additional notes from.

Use this link to read around the micro codes and the theory or representation

http://www.mediaknowall.com/as_alevel/alevel.php?pageID=filmlang

Editing

Editing 10 11

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Key Components of editing that you should be looking out for and discussing are;

1. Rhythm & Pace (shot duration)
2. Continuity Editing
3. 180 degree rule
4. Transitions
5. Cross Cutting / Parallel Editing
6. Montage Editing
7. Kuleshov Effect
8. Flash Backs & Flash Forwards
9. Intertitles
10. Slow Motion
11. Ellipsis
12. Macth on Action Editing
13. Graphic Match
14. Shot reverse Shot

Refer to lesson materials on moodle and your additional class notes for further guidance.

Mise-En-Scene and Semiotics

Lesson 2 this week is an introduction to Mise-en-Scene and Semiotic Analysis. As we go though the PowerPoint in class, make notes on the handout provided. Handout is available on Moodle.

Semiotic analysis

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Introduction to Sound

Week Beginning 3rd October

The first lesson of this week will be an Introduction To Sound. There is a lot of terminology surrounding sound when analysing sequences. It's really important you take the time to read though your notes from this lesson.

Sound 11 12

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TV Dramas

In Prep for the exam you should be constantly practicing your skills in analysis. You should

watch and analyse a range of TV dramas discussing how they represent;

-Age

-Sexuality

-Class and Status

-Regional Identity

-Ethnicity

-Gender

-Ability

Use these links to acquaint yourself with a variety of dramas (for the exam you should only be using British TV Drama).

http://www.channel4.com/programmes/tags/drama

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/tv/categories/drama

http://www.itv.com/drama/

The following drama is good with regards to exploring ethnicity, gender, age. social class and regional identity.

http://www.myspace.com/dubplatedrama

Cinematography: Further Reading

Use the following links to add to your class notes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinematography

The Language of TV

All about cinematography

There is a useful Facebook page about the language of moving image

http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=418613270564

Further Cinematography

Further cinematography 2011

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Don't forget to make notes on ALL aspects of Further Cinematography.

Extended Task: Find a clip of a TV Drama on YouTube and discuss the cinematography techniques that have been used.

Cinematography

We are now starting the TV Drama section of your exam.

Having already discussed and made notes on basic camera shots, we now need to delve further into the world of Cinematography.


Using the Prezi below watch the video and make notes. Discuss the camera movementsthat have been used, and what purpose you think they serve.

Further Cinematography on Prezi

Useful Videos

Watch the videos to supplement your class notes

Camera Shots


Camera Movements


180 degree rule


Camera Angles