YUSRA GCSE MEDIA BLOG

  1) What type of news can you typically find in a  tabloid  newspaper? Tabloids  are also traditionally associated with  sensational crime stories, gossip columns, celebrity culture, and sports stars . 2)  What type of news can you typically find in a  broadsheet  newspaper?   3) If someone is  left-wing , which political party in the UK are they likely to support? Which newspaper would they be likely to read? 4) If someone is  right-wing , which political party in the UK are they likely to support? Which newspaper would they be likely to read? 5) Why has there been a decline in newspaper sales in the last 25 years? 6) Why is a free press important in a democracy like the UK?

  1) Type up any feedback on your paper  (you don't need to write the mark and grade if you want to keep this  confidential). If you only have marks and a grade on the paper, write a WWW/EBI yourself based on your scores.     3 marks grade U  WWW you start well by making notes from the clip but the you need to continue that and attempt to answer every question. EBI don't leave questions blank: read them carefully and have ago at each question  2) Use  the mark scheme for this Paper 2 mock to read the answers AQA were looking for . First, write down a definition and example of non-diegetic sound (Q1.1 and 1.2).  • all sounds generated within the world of the drama • all sounds made by or heard by the characters 3) Next, identify  three  points you could have made in Q1.3 - camerawork and the extract. Look for the indicative content in the mark scheme - these are the suggested answers from AQA. • Satisfactory analysis of the extr...

 I want to make an eye catching and convincing ad for a new line of flavoured water for GCSE media print assignment. The main goal is to appeal to an audience that is active,  health-minded, and environmentally conscious while emphasising the product's advantages and refreshing flavour.  The commercial's main objective is to present the flavour-infused water as the ideal option for people who wish to stay hydrated without sacrificing flavour by promoting it as a low-calorie, healthful substitute for sugary drinks. To appeal to customers who value sustainable and clean components, the advertisement will also highlight the product's natural constituents, such as actual fruit extracts. I will accomplish this by communicating vigour and enthusiasm through bold lettering and vivid, fresh colours. With close-ups of the components, such as fresh fruit, water droplets, and ice, the pictures will highlight the many flavours of the water while evoking a feeling of crispness and fre...

 For my preliminary exercise, I intend to create a short film that explores the theme of connection in a digital age. The narrative will follow two characters who, despite living in the same city, only interact through their devices. I aim to juxtapose their online personas with their real-life struggles, highlighting the isolation that can accompany technology. The film will employ a mix of visuals and sound design to evoke emotion, aiming to provoke reflection on how we communicate. Through this project, I hope to experiment with storytelling techniques and develop my skills in cinematography and editing.

  1) What does BAME stand for? Black, Asian and minority ethnic 2) Why is there a need for blood in the BAME community?  to provide better matched blood for those who need it 3) What does this advert want people to do once they've seen it (the 'call to action')? This advert wants the audience (the Black and Asian community) to donate their blood to the NHS so they can save people's lives. They want to do this because they are in need of the rare blood. 4) Why is the advert called 'Represent'? 5) Why have the producers chosen famous BAME celebrities to feature in the advert? Give an example of three well-known people who appear in the advert and why they are famous - make sure you  write their names and spell them accurately . The producers have chosen to use famous BAME celebrities to feature in the advert to represent stereotypes and how they are presented based on people's ethnicity. For example, Kanya King is a female scientist, which subverts stereotypes...

  1) What  key conventions  of TV advertising can you find in the Galaxy advert? Both nostalgia and intertextuality 2) What is the  key message  the Galaxy advert is communicating about its chocolate? The slogan for the advert will help you with this question. The advertisement's entire concept is around luxury and fanciness, showcasing the chocolate's richness and urging viewers to purchase it due to its great flavour. 3) Who is Audrey Hepburn and w hy did Galaxy select Audrey Hepburn for this advert? British actress Audrey Hepburn was selected by Galaxy because, from a strategic standpoint, she embodies tradition, refinement, and grace. 4) What is intertextuality? when two media texts are suggested or mentioned in one another. 5) What Audrey Hepburn films are suggested in this advert and how is this effect created (e.g. mise-en-scene - CLAMPS: costume, lighting, actors, make-up, props, setting)? Roman Holiday: both are situated in the stunning nation of Italy,...