Terminology: (10 Marks)
Masculinity
Femininity
Gender
Representation
Infer Meaning
Composition
Dominant
Subordinate
Low Angle
High Angle
Status
Stereotype
4 Groups of Analysis:
Mise-en-scene - concentrate on clothing and props but little exploration of lighting.
Camera - identify camera shots/angles/position, link this to construction of representation.
Editing - discuss 180 degree rule and continuity editing, shot reverse shot, diss the pace of editing to represent age.
Sound - dialogue, clear distinction between diegetic and non-diegetic sound, address use of music in more detail-tempo, pace, sound bridges and link specifically to representation.
Look at how short drama sequences employ a variety of technical and symbolic elements at a micro level to create representations at the macro level.
4 Step Framework of Analysis:
Step 1: Look for significance of Gender in:
- Character (what is their role?)
- Behaviour
- Story (what are they doing here?)
Step 2: Relationship of power
- (who is subordinate, who is dominant, how does this tie in with gender?)
Step 3: Difference
- how are they represented as opposites
Step 4: Look for if they are re-enforcing or challenging stereotypes
- are they acting how we would expect this group to act.
Social Groups:
Sexuality
Gender
Ethnicity
Social Class
Region
Disability
Age
