representation theory
1) Why is representation an important concept in Media Studies?
representation is important because it provides a view on identity in a society. This view can be changed by the media and can be perceived differently by people.
2) How does the example of Kate Middleton show the way different meanings can be created in the media?
it shows that that the subject , in this case Kate Middleton, has no control over how she is being represented in the photographer, it represents her as being an alcoholic when really she was finishing a drink .
3) Summarise the section 'The how, who and why of media representation'
In the media, its essential to question who is creating representations and why as media products have specific functions this representations can create stereotypes, ideologys etc.. and the audiences can attach themselves to them easily without question.
4) How does Stuart Hall's theory of preferred and oppositional readings fit with representation?
the views can be represented in different ways, some audiences can agree with the views where as others can oppose them and see then in a different , and most often, negative light
5) How has new technology changed the way representations are created in the media?
new technology such as the internet has created a space for people to voice their opinions on representations that are either goof or bad. this means companies are more selective and try t make their products as easy to represent as possible with as little negative backlash as possible.
6) What example if provided of how national identity is represented in Britain - and how some audiences use social media to challenge this?]
national identity is represented through the example,e of zoella AKA Zoe Sugg who is a famous British youtuber who uses the media for self representation, she uses it to make her self to look as visually pleasing as possible as well as making her life look admirable , however this doesn't always have positive impacts.
Taken Trailer Analysis
dyers theory
dyers theory to represent the antagonists that were the stereotypical European kidnappers.The characteristics of these group of characters are heavily exaggerated and can be criticized in mainstream media and social media
medhursts theory
medhursts theory also supports the antagonist representation of the evil kidnappers with few lines due to their thick European accents. The audience need to realise and distinguish the l;good vs bad characters to by exaggerating the characteristics and stereotypes on these groups of people effectively conveys the message of the characters intentional purpose in the movie.
Perkins theory
perkins theory can supports that of the protagonists who is a strong male man who rescues his daughter from being sold into sex slavery. These stereotypes are positive as in the end the protagonist does defeat the antagonists.
Mulverys theory
mulverys theory supports the representation of the daughter of the protagonist who is presented as youthful, full of energy and attractive which is appealing to the audience and when she is in danger there is a heavier impact and more empathy or her due to how she is presente.
levi-strauss theory
this theory supports the ideology of white men and women and traditional families, though the film presents a divorced families we still see conventions of the family like how the father is the one who lives on his own and the mother lives in big house etc..
representation is important because it provides a view on identity in a society. This view can be changed by the media and can be perceived differently by people.
2) How does the example of Kate Middleton show the way different meanings can be created in the media?
it shows that that the subject , in this case Kate Middleton, has no control over how she is being represented in the photographer, it represents her as being an alcoholic when really she was finishing a drink .
3) Summarise the section 'The how, who and why of media representation'
In the media, its essential to question who is creating representations and why as media products have specific functions this representations can create stereotypes, ideologys etc.. and the audiences can attach themselves to them easily without question.
4) How does Stuart Hall's theory of preferred and oppositional readings fit with representation?
the views can be represented in different ways, some audiences can agree with the views where as others can oppose them and see then in a different , and most often, negative light
5) How has new technology changed the way representations are created in the media?
new technology such as the internet has created a space for people to voice their opinions on representations that are either goof or bad. this means companies are more selective and try t make their products as easy to represent as possible with as little negative backlash as possible.
6) What example if provided of how national identity is represented in Britain - and how some audiences use social media to challenge this?]
national identity is represented through the example,e of zoella AKA Zoe Sugg who is a famous British youtuber who uses the media for self representation, she uses it to make her self to look as visually pleasing as possible as well as making her life look admirable , however this doesn't always have positive impacts.
Taken Trailer Analysis
dyers theory
dyers theory to represent the antagonists that were the stereotypical European kidnappers.The characteristics of these group of characters are heavily exaggerated and can be criticized in mainstream media and social media
medhursts theory
medhursts theory also supports the antagonist representation of the evil kidnappers with few lines due to their thick European accents. The audience need to realise and distinguish the l;good vs bad characters to by exaggerating the characteristics and stereotypes on these groups of people effectively conveys the message of the characters intentional purpose in the movie.
Perkins theory
perkins theory can supports that of the protagonists who is a strong male man who rescues his daughter from being sold into sex slavery. These stereotypes are positive as in the end the protagonist does defeat the antagonists.
Mulverys theory
mulverys theory supports the representation of the daughter of the protagonist who is presented as youthful, full of energy and attractive which is appealing to the audience and when she is in danger there is a heavier impact and more empathy or her due to how she is presente.
levi-strauss theory
this theory supports the ideology of white men and women and traditional families, though the film presents a divorced families we still see conventions of the family like how the father is the one who lives on his own and the mother lives in big house etc..
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