First 10 questions

  1) Write a summary of the notes from our in-class analysis of the episode. You can use your own notes from the screening in class or   this Google document of class notes   (you'll need your GHS Google login).  Camerawork and sound:  Music - theme tune to Doctor Who. Very science-fiction - sets genre from beginning. Mise-en-scene:  Susan - first introduced dancing and dressed as 1960s teenager (costume). Seems to be both typical teenager and alien. Narrative and genre:  Opening title sequence like a rocket taking off - sci-fi genre and links to 1960s space race. 2) How can we apply narrative theories to this episode of   Doctor Who ?  Todorov's Equilibrium:  In the episode “An Unearthly Child” of Doctor Who, Todorov’s Equilibrium theory can be applied to analyze the narrative structure. Todorov’s theory suggests that narratives begin with a state of equilibrium, which is disrupted by an event leading to a period of disequilibrium ...

  1) How does this  His Dark Materials  trailer meet the conventions of a TV drama series? Character Development:   The trailer introduces new characters and hints at their motivations and interactions, setting up potential storylines for the upcoming season. 2) What genre (or genres) are suggested by this  His Dark Materials  trailer? The His Dark Materials trailer suggests the genres of fantasy, adventure, and mystery. The fantastical elements such as talking animals, parallel universes, and magical beings hint at a strong fantasy theme. 3) What kind of characters and narratives are introduced in this trailer? Characters:  Diverse group, including heroes, villains, and supporting cast members. Narratives:  Action-packed plotline with elements of mystery and suspense. 4) What settings appear in the trailer?  The trailer showcases scenes from Lyra’s world, a parallel universe where humans have demons and armoured bears exist.  This ...