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Radio: Launch of BBC Radio 1 : CSP

Radio: Launch of BBC Radio 1 : CSP What radio stations were offered by the BBC before 1967? - They offered BBC Radio Light and BBC Radio Home. How was BBC radio reorganised in September 1967?   - They replaced BBC Radio Home with Radio 4 and they split BBC Radio Light into Radio 4, Radio 1 (music), Radio 4.  What was pirate radio and why was it popular? - Pirate Radio was when DJs would take a ship into international waters and broadcasted music to British listeners, it was so popular because it played a style of music that appealed to younger audiences that the BBC didn't offer as well as the fact that it did have to follow 'Needle Time' like the BBC. Why did pirate radio stop broadcasting in 1967?   - Pirate Radio stopped broadcasting because in 1967, the Marine Broadcasting Offences Act outlawed pirate radio and the practice of broadcasting on open international waters to avoid having to obey they laws of neighbouring countries. How did the BBC attract young audiences ...
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Television: Industry - Public Service Broadcasting

Television: Industry - Public Service Broadcasting What is the BBC's mission statement?   -  To Inform, Educate and Entertain How is the BBC funded?   - They are funded by the government collecting TV License on every household using the BBC What must the BBC do to meet its public service broadcasting responsibilities?   - To meet its public service broadcasting responsibilities they must: To provide information (that is supposed to be balanced) To support learning for people of all ages To produce creative output To have diverse content (such as with its representations) To reflect the United Kingdom, its culture and values to the world Who is the regulator for TV and Radio in the UK?    - OFCOM  are the regulators of TV and Radio in the UK How is TV and Radio regulated by Ofcom?    - Through strict licensing, enforcing their standard code
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His Dark Materials : CSP

His Dark Materials : CSP Language and close-textual analysis How does His Dark Materials fit the conventions of the fantasy TV genre? Emotive, often quest-based narratives Political narrative themes or social commentary Iconography including magic, mystical creatures or similar Often set in imagined worlds or time periods Can we apply Propp's character theory to the main characters in His Dark Materials?  The Hero (Seeker):  Lyra Belacqua The Villain: Marisa Coulter The Donor (Provider):  Pan The Helper:  Will Parry What enigma and action codes (Barthes) can you find in His Dark Materials? Enigma Codes What is Dust?: The overarching mystery of what Dust actually is, why the Magisterium fears it, and why it only settles on adults drives the entire franchise.   Who are Lyra’s Parents?: The mystery of Lord Asriel and Mrs. Coulter’s true relationship to Lyra dominates the early episodes, creating intense audience curiosity about her origins.   Ac tion Codes: ...
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Doctor Who : CSP - An Unearthly Child

Doctor Who : CSP Language and Contexts How can we apply narrative theories to this episode of   Doctor Who ?     Todorov's Equilibrium:  - Equilibrium: Everything is ok - Disequilibrium: Conflict (The Doctor and the Teachers arguing)   Propp's character theory: - The Hero: The Teachers - The Villain: The Doctor    Barthes's enigma and action codes: - Action Codes: The Doctor being revealed to the audience in the junkyard - Enigma Code: The cliff-hanger where the end up in the sand     Levi-Strauss's binary opposition:   -    Good/Evil : The Teachers/The Doctor Youth/Age : Susan/The Doctor   What genre is  An Unearthly Child ?    - The episode is in the Sci-Fi genre due to its references to Time Travel And planet exploration   Audience   Who is the target audience for Doctor Who? Do you think it has changed since 1963? - The target audience used to be families and children due to the fact ...
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Music Videos: Arctic Monkeys - I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor : CSP

Music Videos: Arctic Monkeys - I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor : CSP Arctic Monkeys Audience: -  Demographics:   The audience is broad, including younger, trendy listeners (Gen Z) and older fans, often white and middle-class. - In p sychographic, they are often  "Reformers" (independent, authentic) and "Explorers" (discovery-focused) , valuing authenticity, relatable "going out" narratives, and the band's self-made success. The audience appreciates the nostalgic 80s indie aesthetic What audience pleasures are offered by the music video for I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor? - Diversion: The get to see their favourite band - Personal Relationships: First Official Music Video - Personal Identity: Audience is more serious fans, they appreciate live performances - Surveillance: Gives insight into how they perform live How did fans take a leading role in making Arctic Monkeys famous back in 2005? -  In 2005, fans took a leading role in making A...
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Music Videos: Introduction & BLACKPINK: How You Like That : CSP

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Music Videos: Introduction & BLACKPINK: How You Like That: CSP Introduction: What are the key conventions of music video? -  Key conventions of music videos include  performance, narrative, or concept-driven styles; fast-paced editing, close-ups of artists to build brand image, and thematic lighting and mise- en-scene to match the genre . What is intertextuality? -  Intertextuality is  the shaping of a text's meaning by other texts, referring to the interconnected nature of artistic works, literature, and media When did music videos first become a major part of the  music industry? - Music videos first became a major, essential part of the music industry in the 1980s,  specifically driven by the launch of  MTV. What launched in 1981 and why  were music videos an important part of the music industry in the 1980s and 1990s? -  MTV (Music Television)  launched on August 1, 1981, revolutionizing the music industry by playing 24-hour musi...
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Heat Magazine: CSP

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Heat Magazine: CSP Introduction - Heat Media pack What 3 things does Heat offer to its reader? -  In print – "we bring readers a truly unique, quality experience,  our Unmissable entertainment edit and o ur all-inclusive approach promises style for  everybody, no matter what shape or size." What does the page say that Heat offers readers? -  Celebrity news: "heat is the beating heart of the showbiz world. We ensure heat readers are always in the know and give them conversation- starters they can show off about to their mates down the pub. Our journalists have the answers to the questions before they’ve even been asked. We help celebrities to talk about their biggest secrets and we find the funny, wherever it’s hiding. What other content does Heat magazine offer its readers aside from celebrity news? - The magazine also offers Fashion & Lifestyle as well as Entertainment. What is Heat magazine's audience profile? FEMALE/MALE: 90% / 10% AVG AGE: 37 AGE PROFILE: 52%...
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