Genre, Codes, and Conventions
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What is a dominant theme present in war/conflict movies?

  • The struggle for survival in extreme situations
  • Overcoming challenges through teamwork and resilience
  • The impact of war on individuals and their families
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a component of Mise en Scene?

  • Lighting
  • Set Design
  • Costume Design
  • Sound Effects (correct)
  • How do acting techniques contribute to character development?

  • By creating believable and relatable characters
  • By portraying a character's emotions through physical expressions and vocal qualities
  • By advancing the narrative through actions and interactions
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the main function of written codes in media products?

    <p>To provide information about characters and themes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an element of a typical romance movie?

    <p>Focusing on suspenseful situations and dangerous encounters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic that defines thriller movies?

    <p>The creation of suspense and tension through dangerous situations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of symbolic codes in media products?

    <p>To represent deeper meanings and underlying themes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do form conventions relate to audience expectations?

    <p>Conventions help the audience understand and engage with the media product (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the original meaning of the word 'genre'?

    <p>Kind or Class (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genres are considered primary genres used by media creators?

    <p>Entertainment, News, Information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is essential for journalists reporting news?

    <p>Objectivity and comprehensive presentation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Action movies typically revolve around which of the following elements?

    <p>Clear heroes, villains, and high stakes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of adventure movies?

    <p>Quests set in faraway lands or jungles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do comedy films generally differ from other genres?

    <p>They prioritize laughs over narrative complexity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does horror film primarily aim to achieve for its audience?

    <p>To evoke adrenaline through fear and suspense (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is important in drama as a genre?

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    Flashcards

    Romance Movies

    Films focusing on love stories and relationships between characters.

    Thriller Movies

    Films involving excitement, tension, and persistent danger, often with crime or drama.

    War/Conflict Movies

    Films about battles, struggles, and the experiences of soldiers, often highlighting sacrifice.

    Setting

    The time and place in which a story occurs, influencing the narrative's context.

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    Mise en Scene

    A French term meaning 'everything within the frame'; refers to the visual arrangement in media.

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    Acting

    The portrayal of characters in media, using expressions and movement to convey emotions.

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    Color in Media

    The use of color to convey emotions and meanings, influencing audience perception.

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    Written Codes

    Formal language in media that communicates narrative, character details, and themes.

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    Genre

    A classification of artistic works based on shared characteristics.

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    Primary Genres

    The main categories in media: entertainment, news, information, education, advertising.

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    News

    Stories critically important to community and national life, structured with a clear beginning, middle, and end.

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    Entertainment

    Content designed to hold attention and amuse, often featuring clear heroes and villains.

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    Action Movies

    Fast-paced films with stunts, explosions, and clear heroes and villains.

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    Comedy Films

    Movies designed to evoke laughter, often with smaller, interpersonal stakes.

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    Drama

    Serious storytelling focusing on character development and real-life events.

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    Horror Films

    Movies aimed at evoking fear, featuring monsters and intense scenarios.

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    Study Notes

    Genre, Codes, and Conventions

    • Genre: A French word meaning "kind" or "class." It refers to a category of artistic works, such as films, literature, or music, that share common characteristics. Latin word: "genus."
    • Genres can be broken down into subcategories. Genres contain particular content conventions and follow a distinctive style and presentation.
    • Key primary genres include: entertainment, news, information, education, and advertising.
    • Examples of sub-genres are Action (explosions, stunts, heroes and villains), Adventure (quests, faraway settings), Comedy (humor, smaller stakes), Drama (serious stories with relatable events, character arcs), Horror (gore, scares, creative monsters).

    Codes

    • Codes: Systems of signs that create meaning when combined.
    • Technical Codes: Use of equipment like camera techniques and lighting to convey a story. Examples include shot angles (low, eye-level, high, worm's eye, canted, bird's eye), basic camera shots (extreme wide shot, wide shot, medium shot, medium close-up, close-up, extreme close-up), and camera movements including Pan, Tilt, and Truck.
    • Symbolic Codes: Show the unseen meanings behind what we see (objects, setting, language, clothing, color, etc.) in a media product.
    • Examples include the symbolic use of color, and a setting—the outback—which could represent hardship or isolation.

    Conventions

    • Conventions: Accepted ways of using codes in media. Conventions are deeply connected to audience expectations.
    • Form Conventions: Specific arrangements used for media: Example: Film titles at beginning, credits at the end, newspapers with mastheads, front page for important news, video games with tutorials.
    • Story Conventions: Common narrative structures and understandings for media. Examples include narrative structures, cause and effect, character construction, point of view.
    • Genre Conventions: Common tropes, characters, settings, or themes in particular media types. Example: Comedy films featuring bright colors.

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    Explore the intricate world of genres and codes in artistic works. This quiz delves into the primary genres and their subgenres, as well as the technical codes used to convey meaning in various media. Test your knowledge of how content is categorized and presented.

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