01 THE AVENGERS

What is your impression of the sixties era? 

My impression of the sixties era is a very outgoing, funky and colourful. The fashion shows were big and clashing and modern for their time. This includes mini skirts, flares, headbands and more. It seemed like a fun and experimental period which everyone embraced.  The music was upbeat and fun but also lyrical and full of soul. Overall meaning the sixties were very care free and positive despite the occurrences that were negative. 

where does this come from?

This impression comes from the trailer we watched in class for Austin Powers. We see the popular colourful style with big hair and styling points. We see the typical surroundings and backgrounds of what the sixties would have been typically like for those who experienced it so I think this is reliable. They use their clothing, music and places the freedom to express themselves. In the trailer we see some comedy and punch lines so this gives me the impression that everyone was fun and joked around. 

5 key events from the 60s that shaped it:

Moon landing, Vietnam war, Civil rights protests, Cuban missile crisis, assassinations of Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr. 

5 famous figures associated with this era:

Martin Luther King Jr, Neil Armstrong, Muhammad Ali,  John Lennon, John F Kennedy 

01 CUFFS

Chapter 10:

 In what ways does this chapter develop the characters and their relationships with each other?

This chapter shows the characters develop their relationships with each other in many ways. Firstly, Ryan says thank you to Jake which is a big deal because he has been very tough on him most of the day and not taking him seriously. For Ryan to show that he appreciated him in that moment deepened their relationship as Ryan is starting to warm to Jake and respect him. This develops Ryan's character as well because we haven't seen him being thankful yet or show a softer side as he has mostly shouted at Jake or his son. They then exchange a joke and smile at one another which solidifies the fact hat they are gaining respect for one another. Even thought you see the sirens in the background which shows they have gone through a stressful situation, they still have time to exchange thank yous and joke around which also adds normality to the characters of Jake and Ryan. 

You also see Jake being welcomes back to the office by another friendly officer and tells him that he will get used to it and tells him he did well. This shows Jake, despite being a joke around the station for getting the job because of his father, being slightly welcomed into their community and making friends. This idea of him being accepted is again solidified when Ryan asks Jake if he wanted to train with him and the others that night. At the end of the chapter, we see Jake being given a card by his possible love interest: Simon. This deepens their relation because at first they would smile at each other but now I think they will become more serious. 

This chapter also develops the idea of the police being normal people at heart. We see jokes being made and bonds forming. After the man who takes his daughter tried to take him own life and an officer saves him, he just walks away into the evening. This tells me that he walks back to normal life and people can alienate the police but he is showing he just walks back home like nothing really happened. 

TV in the 2010's

 1. Explain technological convergence. [2]

Technological convergence means that television can be accessed on different devises and platforms e.g: on television sets, game consoles, tablets and mobile phones. 

2. Explain 'channel surfing'. [2]

Channel surfing is when someone will quickly switch channels and therefore aren't being loyal to one show. It is routine for broadcast television and content is streamed as individual programmes or 'box sets' of series.  

3. Give 3 examples of how channels create brand loyalty [6]

One example of how channels create brand loyalty is by using adds and promoting the new shows. Especially if the add has someone famous or recognisable in. This plants the seed of a show into a persons head and therefore will be more likely to tune in. Another way of creating brand loyalty would be by the use of suspense in the show at the beginning preferably so the viewer is hooked in and will watch until the end and might create a loyalty. Lastly a possible way to create brand loyalty is that the channel make sure they have the show on catch up or can be recorded so a person can go back to it if they need and catch up. 

4. What is 'long form television drama' ? [2]

A 'long form television drama' is a type of drama that will try and ensue the audience's loyalty towards the show as the love for it grows. The audience is more likely to follow along each episode as it goes on for a period of time and will hook them in.

5. What is a 'flagship' programme? [2]

A 'flagship' programme is a programme that is directed to a certain audience focus and range. Therefore the people watching it will feel more connected and enjoy it more as it is aimed towards them and will again create a loyalty. 

6. In exchange for the licence fee, what does the regulator require of the BBC as a Public Service Broadcasting channel? [6]

It requires original programming, mix of genres, arts and informational programming like the news, prime time and more. Their views depends on the subject and as the varieties of shows are large, so will the viewer numbers which will satisfy peoples needs. 

01 TELEVISION

 According to The Times newspaper this week,  watching TV live and in real time accounts for most TV viewing.

1. What do you understand by the terms 'live' content and 'on demand' content?

The term 'live means that the viewer is watching at the exact moment the event or show is happening. This way they can be up to date with what's happening which can also show limits as perhaps the show someone wants isn't live and so will have to wait for it. The term 'on demand' means that this is recorded and the views can even skip whichever parts they wish and it has already happened. 

1. What is the demand for 'live' content like?

The demand for 'live; content is large as people want to feel connected to the show as the person is in the moment it is happening. Especially in the occurrences in the recent year people want to have something to look forward to and presents real situations as it is happening in the present time.  

1. According to ratings research, there are 8 programmes cited as the top live shows for family viewing. How many have you watched?

I have watched 4 out of the 8 programmes. This includes: Bake Off, Paddington, Strictly come dancing and the Queen's addresses. 

1. Apply Blumler and Katz's audience framework to what you learn from this article.

The Blumler and Katz audience framework is used frequently as the article tells the reader all about the entertainment purposes TV possess and for that matter a diversion as it can help a person escape after a long day or just to be distracted. It also tells us about social interaction you can have if the program is 'live' or even with family around you to watch. The article even tells us that people felt more connected to their society over lockdown. If it is not live you can still interact with people as you can talk about it to a friend or comment which again helps with social interaction.