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007 Spectre 

The trailer for Spectre uses many narrative elements typical of the action genre. Propp's character theory relates to this films narrative because Spectre has a clear protagonist, Daniel Craig's character James Bond. Bond is shown to be the strongest character in the movie because he has several set of skills such as using his intelligence to escape from the villain. The heroine is the Russian woman who Bond protects and has romantic feelings towards her. In some characteristics, the Russian woman conforms to conventional heroines for instance she is seen as a prize for James Bond. On the other hand, she could be seen as subversive because she is intelligent scientist, independent, and has an impressive job. The mentor role is one of teacher or guider and you could argue that M fulfils has this role.

In trailer, there is not much evidence to support equilibrium in Todorov's theory, Theres more proof sof disequilibrium which makes perfect sense for a James Bond film. Agent Bond is a spy and he fights crime for a living which makes his like a living chaos in our eyes. To truly find the equilibrium in Spectre you need to really pay attention to small details in the film due the movie is constantly full of energy and action. In the trailer its basically disequilibrium constantly.

For Barthes theory, the enigma code is when the father of the missing daughter reveals to Bond that she is missing. This is an enigma code the reason for this is that the daughter is the only help for Bond so theres a mission for him to find her as he now knows she's missing. The missing girls father commits suicide due to the stress he has, which made the whole situation a lot more intense.Action codes are very conventional in this movie, theres action most of the time. The action code is at its most effective way is when agents Bond finds the girl and now has a duty to keep her safe from the villains, in addition he has also gave his word to find the girl which he does. There are dramatic scenes when Bond has shooting scene or a fighting scene that creates visceralious pleasure to the viewers. 

Wolf of Wall Street

The conventions of Todorov's theory is that it has an equilibrium  when he starts his new job and starts to make millions of dollars by using The basic method of the firm is a pump and dump scam. To cloak this, Belfort gives the firm the respectable name of "Stratton Oakmont". After an exposé in Forbes, hundreds of ambitious young financiers flock to his company. The movie has a disequilibrium when the protagonist Jordan Belfort starts to use his money for bad used like drugs and prostitutes. The movie then receives a new equilibrium when Belfort turns his life around and starts makes a living hosting seminars on sales technique.

Also, the conventions of Propps theory was very complicated as many of the characters are evil. But the the main protagonist is Leonardo DiCaprio because he starts his business and makes millions. the Heroine is Margot Robbie because she is the woman that DiCaprio marries.  The father of the movie is Matthew McConaughey because he guides DiCaprio to his business. The helper of the film is Jonah Hill because he works with DiCaprio in order to make history. The donor of the film Jon Bernthal because he provides ideas like moving his money to a different country.

For Barthes theory in this film contains the Enigma code makes us think that he could do with millions of dollars and we also think that if he gets caught by the FBI because he has done so much illegal felonies. The Action codes in this film suggests that he meets this new women in who he marries and has a daughter. It also suggests that Belfort will get arrested because this movie is based in real events so we know that he will get arrested. And the FBI never fail to capture their target and Belfort is at the top of the list

NIKE: RISK EVERYTHING

COLOUR: The background of the football stadium stands consists of dark and dull colours but the football players in the middle of the pitch are emphasised and drawn to because they are wearing their bright kit colours. this creates an effect where the main focus are the players.The slogan "RISK EVERYTHING" as well as the NIKE logo stand out just because its in white and just because its the central attention.

FRAMING: The advertising print contains 12 professional footballers with already established fan-base to promote the company further. They are all wearing their new line-up of football boots and to also promote them through the slogan in the central image.

COMPOSITION: In foreground is where you see all the superstars and the wonder kid in the middle of all of them emphasised to be the "chosen one". In the middle ground you can see the slogan as well as the logo for the brand, showing some brand identity. finally in the background is the rest of the pitch and the main stadium stand.

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Colour: There's a persistent monochromatic colour scheme running through out the whole advert, mostly the colour black. Black connotes power, elegance, formality, death, evil, and mystery. This is suitable because their star 50 Cent is presented as powerful due to the encounters he suffered in life and they emphasised it here.

Framing: The overall photo is split into two half's, on the right side you see 50 Cent's set of fingerprints show casing and connoting his criminal life but on the left side you see the subject (50 Cent) gazing at the camera. This side presents him as a victim and a hero for surviving.

Competition: As said before the advertising poster is slit into two half's with two juxtaposition meanings. on the right side you see there is a vast amount of writing full of quotes. the quote that was reinforced the most was the big one that says" i am what i am".

Size: When talking about the size matter the two background images it's equal but the two quotes are different sizes. the long quoted text is in a small font and tuck at the top right of the poster. However the large sized quote is overlapping onto the other side, reinforcing the fact it is breaking the rules  as well as the way they decided not to use correct punctuation to also connote the idea of breaking the rules.

Shot Type: Both images are close-ups, the right one is a close up of the fingerprints used when 50 Cent committed crimes and the other shot is shot from his shoulders and his head.

Setting: The setting is unknown since the background of the main subject is black making is mysterious and also adding to the danger of the story meaning.

Introduction to Media: Media consumption audit

Newspapers

Which daily newspapers (if any) do you read?

Usually I read the METRO newspaper in the tube and just because its free.

What sections of newspapers do you turn to first, and why?
Football section for sure simply because I am interested in the sport and want the latest new when if come to the beautiful game.

What sections do you never read, and why?
I tend not to pay attention to the TV guide section because I don't watch anything on air, i'd rather watch something in my own time, on demand.

What kinds of stories do you usually read and why?
The stories I read with interest are the crime stories around the world, because its good to have general knowledge  and understanding on whats happening around the world.

Do you, or someone else, buy the newspaper you read?
No, because the providers of the METRO newspaper distribute it for free.

Do you look at the online versions of any newspapers? Which newspapers? Why do you visit their website and not others? 

I don't look at online newspapers but rather use an app called "Flipboard" that provides me with all of the news I'm interested in.

Magazines

What magazines (if any) do you buy regularly?  Why?
The magazine i usually buy is "Empire" because I am engaged with their content, they provide film critics content as well as interesting talks and facts about film the are out.What sections of the magazines do you read and not read, and why?

The section I most certainly read is the competition section as I always enter competitions just for a chance to win anything, as well as the film review section of the latest movies that are in theatres. 


Television

Approximately how many hours a week do you spend watching television?

I don't watch television live but i watch TV shows consistently, approximately 5 hours a week.

What times of day do you usually watch television?

in the afternoon when i get back from school or when i have my dinner, but also in the rare cases i watch my shows at night.

What programmes do you like best and why?

My favourite TV show or TV series has got the be "The 100" because i am so engaged whit the story line and the characters because they seem very convincing other than the fact that they are very talented at what they do. 

Do you watch alone or with others? If you watch with others, who decides what you will watch?

Yes, i watch my tv series alone as i don't like people interfering me through to episode. just generally prefer some peace.

Do you watch 'live' TV or on-demand/catch-up? Do you use any other devices to watch TV (such as laptop of tablet?)

I watch al my tv media on demand using my smart tv or tablet.

Radio

Do you listen to the radio?

Yes but only in the car.

If yes, what stations do you like best and why?

Its usually CAPITAL or CAPITAL XTRA just because it provides the latest pop music.

Approximately how many hours a week do you spend listening to the radio?

5 hours maximum.

What times of the day do you usually listen to the radio?

Evening or afternoon if i go somewhere far.

Where do you listen to the radio?

In the car.

Cinema

What films have you seen in the cinema in the last month?  
Haven't been to the cinema in two to three months.What films have you seen in other places – for example, through rental, satellite film channels (free or otherwise) or through video-on-demand?

I've seen Mad Max on sky film, Spectre as well and other films via Netflix.

Who else watched the films with you?

My uncle, dad, and cousins.

Who decided what films to watch?

I did since i watch many films so i am the "go to" guy for movies.

What devices do you typically use to watch films: TV, laptop, tablet, phone etc.?

Usually i use my smart TV since its android based i can download programs to allow my to watch what ever is in theatres.

Online

How often do you access the internet?

Very often, pretty much everyday.

Where do you access the internet?  At home, at college or school, or at work?

At home as well as outside using 4G connection.

What are the main sites that you access?

Youtube and Goal to get the newest football news.

What are the main reasons for accessing these sites – for example, for information, to make purchases, communicate with friends or for entertainment?

Youtube i use for entertainment and goal.com is to gain knowledge of the latest football rumours and news.

What other activities (if any) do you do whilst accessing the internet?

Nothing.

What different devices do you use to access the internet? What is your primary device for accessing the internet?

My primary device is my smart phone and secondary device is my mac computer.

What social networks do you use regularly (e.g. Twitter, Instagram)? Why do you belong to these networks in particular?

I tend to use instagram everyday due to the fact i follow many users, and i use snapchat heavily too to socialise with friends.

INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA A LEVEL

1) Why did you choose AS Media Studies?
      I chose media studies because i am in love with this subject as it enhances your creativity and               your productivity skills. It requires editing which i enjoy greatly as well as the production type of it.

2) Did you take GCSE Media Studies (either here at Greenford or a different school)?
Yes, I did take GCSE Media and a I achieved a good grade (A) but I was also one mark away from an A*. During that GCSE year this was my favorite subject and it still is...

3) If you answered yes to Q2, what grade did you achieve in GCSE Media? What coursework tasks did you complete? What would you say your strengths and weaknesses were in GCSE Media?

I did take GCSE Media and a I achieved a good grade (A) but I was also one mark away from an A*. During that GCSE year this was my favorite subject and it still is... My strengths are the practical elements of the subjects because it allows me to use my creativity to produce something unique. And sometimes my weakness is the written tasks as I tend to take along time in to perfect.

4) What grade do you hope to achieve in A Level Media?
I am aiming for an A* as I'm talented at this subject and I am ready to work very hard to achieve this grade.

5) What are your current thoughts about your next steps after A Levels - university, apprenticeship, work?
What I have in mind is to go to university and do a course for media because I would like to work in the tv or film industry, following my fathers foot steps.

6) What do you think the biggest media story of 2016 has been and why?
The biggest thing of 2016 for my is Leicester city winning the English premiership as it is appealing to my because I'm a football fan this was a shock to every supporter in that league. A team as small as this winning the BPL is something remarkable.

7) What media sources do you use to find out about news and current affairs?
I use use the metro newspaper as it's easy to get hold of and its free.

8) What was the last film you watched?
The Legend Of Tarazan.

9) What is your favourite ever TV series? 
My favorite TV show is either Breaking Bad or The 100.

10) How many hours do you spend online in an average day? Is this too little, too much or about right? Why?
Usually 2 hours average and I do believe that it's a good amount of time because I'm not in the stage when I'm always on my phone.