AS Media (TV DRAMA)Textual Analysis & Representation

Key Terminology:Represents: Symbolizes meaning. (The masculine man represents male dominance).Connote: Attached meaning. (The expensive looking coat connotes wealth).Portrays: To play a character in the arts. (The man portrays his role in a positive way).Subverts: To change, ruin, or overcome something.Enigma: An inexplicable occurrence or situation, that must be concluded (found out).Equilibrium: A state of normality. Disequilibrium: Something that upsets the ‘Norm’ . Narrative: The Storyline in which a film or TV Show follows. (Linear Narrative).Verisimilitude: (or truth likeness) is the quality of realism in the arts. (The extract had ‘plenty’ of versimilitude - The extract ‘lacked’ versimilitude).

Never use the term ‘SHOWS’ (The Messy room SHOWS the room belongs to a teenager).Other terminology: Imply, Suggest, Indicate, Signify.

KEY AREAS: REPRESENTATIONDISCRIMINATION

•The action that denies social participation or human rights to categories of people.•Treatment of an individual or group based on their membership in a group or social category.

•It involves the group's initial reaction or interaction, influencing the individual's actual behaviour towards the group or the group leader, restricting members of one group from opportunities or

privileges that are available to another group.

CONSIDER: INTEGRATION & SEGREGATION

PREJUDICE•The prejudgment, or forming an opinion before becoming aware of the relevant facts.

•The word is often used to refer to preconceived, usually unfavourable, judgments toward people or a person because of gender, political opinion, social class, age, disability, religion, sexuality, race/ethnicity,

language, nationality, or other personal characteristics.

EQUALITY•The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities.

•Refers to fairness – justness – equitability – impartiality - equal rights - equal opportunities -non-discrimination – justice – freedom.

Gender:

FemaleStereotypes:Domesticated – Physically weak – Damsel in Distress – Dedicated – Committed – Sensitive – Emotional – Ditzy – Dependant – Supportive – Caring – Loving – Cooperative – Gold Diggers – Gossipers – Kind – Gentle.Terminology:Femininity. Feminine. Womanhood. Feminine-Side.

MaleStereotypes:Heroic – Dirty - Thrill Seekers – Higher Status than Females – Stubborn – Leaders - Physically strong – Athletic – Butch – Professional – Lazy – Ruthless Brave – Bread Winners – Confident – Aggressive – Ambitious – Competitive.Terminology:Masculinity. Masculine. Machismo (Macho). Manhood Male

Female

Age:

Stereotypes:Independent – Intellectual – Mature – Work Orientated – Bossy – Un Sympathetic – Authority – Stern – Strong Minded – Patient – Supportive Role – Bread Winners – Sensible – Money Conscious. Terminology:Adulthood. Coming of Age. Middle Aged.

Stereotypes:Emotional – Selfish – Arrogant – Lazy – Unenthusiastic – Materialistic – Dependant – Judgemental – Unemployed – Money Orientated – Sexually Active – Drink/Drugs – Experimental – Anti Educational – Vain.Terminology:Adolescence. Juvenile. Youth.

Stereotypes:Home Ridden – Wise – Boring – Vulnerable – Dependant – Intelligent – Weak – Kind – Gossipers – Clumsy – Physically Weak – Forgetful – Caring – Supportive – Easily Confused – Smelly – Un Hygienic – Quiet.Terminology:Senior Citizens. Golden Age. Twilight Years. Pensioners.

Teenagers

Adults

Elderly

Ethnicity:Stereotypes:Posh – Wealthy – Racist – Employed – Ignorant – Intelligent – No Rhythm – Geeky – Drinking Culture – Arrogant.Terminology: Caucasian. Anglo Saxon. British Empire.

Stereotypes:Loud – Vibrant Colours – Gangs – Crime – Athletic – Rhythm – Vain – Unemployed – Benefits – Religious – Unruly.Terminology: Ethnic Minority. Indigenous. African Descent. Caribbean Descent.

Stereotypes:Technology – Wise – Intelligent – Short – Good at Maths/Science – Karaoke – Cleanliness – Hard Working – High Population/Big Families – Food – Manufacturers.Terminology: Oriental. Eastern.

Stereotypes:Own Business – Corner Shops – Own Communities – Terrorism – Religious – Unstable – Unruly – Doctors – Poverty – Food – Traditional.Terminology: Asiatic. Indian, Pakistani etc.

Black

White

East Asian

South Asian

Sexuality:

Homosexual/Bi-SexualStereotypes:Bright Clothing. Camp. Extravagant. Fashion orientated. Vain. Enjoy Female Company. Loud. Theatrical. Overtly Proud. Flamboyant. Sexual innuendos. Terminology: Feminine. Effeminate. Butch. Queer. Lesbian. Gay.

HeterosexualStereotypes:Man: Dominant, Lads, Players, Sporty, Un-Emotional, Groomed. Women: Emotional, Fashion, Sexy, Flirty, Power Over Men. Terminology: Straight. Metro-sexual. Normal. Homophobic.

Straight

Gay

Class & Status:

Status (Authority)Stereotypes:Arrogance. Caucasian. Male. Educated. Money. Ruthless. Power. Boss.Terminology:Aristocracy. Power Hungry. Status Symbols. Rank

Class (High)Stereotypes:Top of social ladder. Rich. Arrogant. Outlandish. Snobby. Sophisticated. Educated. Government & Politics. Career Minded. Positions of Authority.Terminology: Nobility. Well off. Toffs. Posh. Regal. Superiority.

Class (Low)Stereotypes:Bottom of social ladder. Poor. Left wing. Local Communities. Manual labour. Unemployed. Benefits. Close Family. State Educated.Terminology: Commoners. Paupers. Poverty. Inferiority.

High Class

Low Class

Hierarchy

Physical Ability /Disability:

Physical DisabilityStereotypes:Pitiable. Pathetic. Innocent. Victims. Freak Shows. Burden. Sympathy. Butt of Jokes. Aggressive. Outcast. Incapable of Love. DependantTerminology:Equality. Discrimination. Equal Opportunities. Disabilism. Prejudice.

Physical AbilityStereotypes:Normal. Healthy Lifestyle. Physically Fit. Peak Performance. Well Being. Nutrition. Sporty. Agility. Coordination. Active. Balanced Diet.Terminology:Aptitude. Physical. Skill.

Disabled

Ability

Regional Identity:Stereotypes:Scummy – Unemployed – Benefits – Poor – Lower Class – Rude – Common – Regional Accents – Illiterate – Poverty – Un Educated – Football Fans – Rough Terminology: Up North. Scouse. Geordie. Mancunian. Yorkshire.

Stereotypes:Caucasian – Posh – Upper Class – Arrogant – Large Houses – Materialistic – Well Spoken – Private Education – Snobby – Big Families – High Paid Jobs.Terminology: Down South. Southerners.

Stereotypes:Multicultural – Busy – Rude People – Dangerous – Geezers – Accents – Urban Culture – Gangs – Parties – Tourists – Dirty – Expensive.Terminology: Londoners. Cockneys. Urban. Inner City. Cosmopolitan. Estuary.

Stereotypes:Pubs – Villages – Local Communities – Inbred – Cider/Ale – Behind the Times – Simple – Farms – Traditional – Quite Life – Anti City Goers – Dialects.Terminology: Anglo-Cornish. Rural. West Country.

Northern

Southern

London

SE & East