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on October 16, 2019

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JCoSS GCSE MediaOctober 22, 2019 at 6:07 AM
A really nicely constructed infographic - well done!
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Propp Theory

Propp Theory - Propp analysed hundreds of folk tales and defined all of the main characters into 8 main character types. - Although these were applied to folk tales, these character roles apply to film and media today. Character Types: Examples of Propp Theory: Avengers - Infinity War Heroes: The Avengers Villain: Thanos Dispatcher: Hulk (When informing Tony Stark that Thanos is coming and 'We need to stop him!') Donor: Dr Strange Helper: Guardians of the galaxy

Representation - Sexuality

Representation of Sexuality Hetereosexual Men - Respectable (monogamous) - Promiscuous - ‘Ladies Man’, ‘Heart throb’ - Bumbling man who has trouble talking to women Homosexual Women - Monogamous - Promiscuous - Embarrassed (In the closet) - ‘Butch’ Homosexual Men - Promiscuous - Monogamous - Overbearing - Embarrassed (In the closet)

The Avengers Title Sequence

1. How does the music style suggest what genre the show is? The music style suggests the genre of crime drama due to the dramatic suspense representing crime. The pace leading from fast to slow also shows the crime side, the sharp tone implies that there is a secretive side. 2. What does the typography of the graphics suggest about the show's era? The 1960s was a very bold period, everyone was narrow-minded and ideas were structured into one pathway. Patriarchy - men in power and women would feel discouraged to do certain jobs. 3. Explain how Patrick Macnee's character is represented via costume, props and facial expressions. Patrick Macnee's character, John Steed is presented as very a chivalrous man as he is wearing very smart clothes, as well as adjusting his flower in his suit, which is a charming action. He is also represented as a man of business through his top hat and facial expressions. 4. Explain how Diana Rigg's character is represented via costume, pr...

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