TV Drama

Teen Dramas:

Teen dramas from chloepricemedia

Gender Representation Essay:

Wedding Dress Shop:

• Bitchy/rude shop assistant 
• Long shot used to show Kelly - can focus on underwear. Mise-en-scene used to portray her as a sexual character - blonde hair, lingerie. 
• Mid shot used to show shop assistant's reaction to changing again - gives the impression that she believes larger people are a nuisance 
• Pan down used to show the desire of the mother - however is too self conscious to buy it herself
• Close up/long take of trying to zip the dress up - highlights the action and makes it significant - fitting into the dress is important to Kelly.
• When told there isn't a bigger size, a close up shot is used to show Kelly's frustrated face. This, and the dialogue suggests that she believes that most people don't believe fat people are likely to get married.

Men:

• Music change - guitar riff
• Long cut, long shot used so audience can take note of mise-en-scene. Uniforms and hats give the impression that the men are at work - manual, construction work. Stereotypical job for a male character. 

Makeup Counter:

• Extreme close up of applying makeup - light pin, feminine, delicate shade. Mid shot shows Kelly's dress sense - bright, contrasting colours. Childlike hairstyle. 
• Mother is also portrayed as a stereotypical role - beige, baggy clothes. Shorter hair. 
• Zoom in when showing the interaction between the two. Shows significance and closeness of their relationship - bonding is often a shared interest - cosmetic, typical female. 

Men:

• Close up used to highlight contrast between male and female roles. Ambient sound switches to the 'male' music.

In this clip, women are portrayed as only being concerned with their appearance and weight. This is shown in the wedding dress shop. The camera pans down as the mother holds the wedding dress, indicating that she wants it, however feels too self conscious to try it on. 

The female gender role is contrasted with the male. Mise-en-scene has been used to show that the males have hands-on constructions jobs. Whereas one of the females is dressed in bright Cross cutting between the two scenarios has been used to highlight the contrast between the two genders, showing that the males are working whilst the females shop.

Disability Clip:

Sexuality Representation:

Transvestites represented as obvious:

Mise-en-scene:

• Confident body language - dancing, open.
• Feminine clothes, but revealing.
• Bright makeup to draw attention.
• Lighting portrays nightclub scene - primary, bright colours to represent bold personalities.
• Transgenders are positioned away from others, highlighting the contrast between the two groups and the isolation of them, how they are not accepted, taken seriously. 

Music:

• Upbeat pop song - to show their personality, care-free.
• Loud music - to draw attention to them and to their dancing.

Cinematography:

• Close up shots used to allow audience to see face, instant recognition that they are transgender.
• Tilt down to show feminine clothing.
• Pan to show them as center of the room, being watched by others
• Point of view shot shows they are watched by everyone, center of attention and interesting.

Framing/Composition:

• Transgender are always put in the center of the frame to show social isolation of their lifestyle.
• Rule of thirds used on main transgender to make the shot more aesthetically pleasing. 
• Shallow focus is used to focus on the individuals and little else - shows obvious lifestyle. 

Editing:

• Short takes of people watching them - represented as the 'norm.' Used to show the contrast between the transgender (outgoing, partying) and others (watching for amusement, standing back).

Bisexuals represented as 'in the closet':

Mise-en-scene:

• Wearing normal clothes to not draw attention to themselves.
• Both positioned closely to men to hide their true feelings.
• Facial expressions used - smiles - to give the impression they are happy, when they are actually not.
• Dream-like colours are used to show true feelings. In this they are positioned closely together, showing romantic feelings.

Shameless: Class Representation:

The lower class (Frank) sis firstly represented as unhygienic. A long shot is used to show how the mise-en-scene presents this; he’s shown wearing undone jeans, has unwashed hair and is shown holding his shoes in one hand. Deep focus is used to draw attention to the setting as well as the character. A prop of a blanket is shown hanging over the staircase, which gives the impression the lower class as untidy. The walls and furniture are mainly blue and white colours, and low key lighting is used to portray their house as dim and presents their lifestyle as negative.

               

The family are shown through a long shot with a shallow focus which shows part of Frank in the frame, however only a small part of him is shown and this is out of focus. This and his appearance implies that though his is the father and the head of the household, he is mostly absent in his children’s upbringing and does not take responsibility for them. The children are in full focus to show that they have grown up without being taught the rules of social adequate, and have had to care for themselves.  

This is shown through the mise-en-scene of the shot. The boy on the left (Lip) is costumed without any trousers, which shows his lack of thought for privacy. Props of empty bottles on the table and windowsill give an insight to their lifestyle, which consists of alcohol, violence and drugs and highlights that they do not feel the need to clean the mess, and therefore don’t care about the appearance or state of their home.

                

The family are then shown to have a conversation with their father through a shot reverse shot. When the camera shows frank, he is positioned in the middle of the frame with the setting shown behind him on both sides, representing the isolation of the character due to his drug use and neglect of his family. This is supported by his dialogue shown through a close up shot, “Oh.. Is this a family I see before me?” showing that the concept of a respectable family is a foreign concept to him, and one he has no interest in having. Whereas when the children are shown, they are positioned around the table closely together to represent the closeness and bonds they have formed by taking care of each other in their childhood.

               

The oldest son in the middle of the frame (Ian) then uses obscene language through dialogue when he addresses his father, and the camera zooms in to a close up to emphasize the effect of the strong language. This shows the lack of respect between him and his father, and how they do not consider or adapt their speech even around the younger children shown in the shot. Diegetic sound is also used when he says ‘…….’ Whilst his facial expressions show humour, implying that the thought of his father doing something for others is comical and unbelievable, showing that the children have grown to believe that their father is selfish and unreliable.

This is contrasted with the close up of the three youngest children, who’s facial expressions show sadness and gives the impression they are disappointed in the lack of affection shown by their father. The girl (Debbie) is shown to be feeding a baby, implying she has taken the mother role of the household. 

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Another member is shown through a mid shot, and through dialogue she shows Frank's drug use. This represents the lower class as careless, and agrees with the stereotype that all of the lower class take drugs and participate in dangerous, reckless behavior with no regard to their health or the effects. The young girl saying that, and her facial expressions showing a smile, shows that Frank flaunts his drug use and even his young children are aware of it, however this doesn't seem to be strange or unacceptable behaviour to the rest of the family. Her smile suggests that this behaviour is comical and not taken seriously. 

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Frank is also represented as manipulative to benefit his own life. This is first shown through digetic sound of Ian's dialogue, who says 'Why else would you come out?.' The character is shown to get up, and a handheld camera follows him to represent the confrontation that Ian is about to make about his actions. A long take of a close up of Frank is used as he considers what to say before he answers, and he offers the word 'omitted' through dialogue rather than admitting he lied, showing that he dodges responsibility and manipulates the truth. 

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A series of short takes of close ups where the camera is titled is used to show his perception of how others act, and their own purpose of life. Dialogue of 'greed' and 'me' implies that he believes that everybody only cares about themselves, and will gladly step on others for their own benefit. This could give a reason as to why he appears selfish and that way himself. The titled camera and his facial expressions, which show anger, imply how the experiences of his life and how others have treated him have affected his mental health. This unhinging and the negative effects due to these experiences are shown through a handheld camera, which represent the disruption in his life. He also mimics a gorilla to insinuate that all humans are animals have a prime drive to protect themselves, therefore believing there isn't any need to care about others. Only Frank is shown in the shots so the audience are aware that this is an insight into his own beliefs and mind, and gives an explanation for his own isolation. This complies with the stereotype that all lower class are mentally ill and crazy, and are often feared.

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Diegetic sound is then used when Debbie says 'We want a family, we want you.' A close up of Frank is then used to show the effect this has on Frank. The camera zooms in so the audience can focus on his facial expressions, which show shock and sadness. This implies that although seeming disconnected from his family, he does in fact feel guilty for not being there for them. A piano score then begins to represent the sadness felt by all the members of the family, and dialogue of 'That means we need you' shows that though the children are capable of caring for themselves, they feel they are missing out by not having a consistent father figure in their lives. The moment passes quickly, and Frank's dialogue 'Think of your father before others' and Debbie's rude response show that though they despite their feelings, their lives will never change and Frank will continue to neglect them.

The family are also shown as irresponsible. A close up is used of the turtle who walks into the road, something that causes anticipation for the audience but is not noticed by the family. It is then shown being run over by the caravan with the sound effect of the shell being destroyed. Though the facial expressions of the girl show she is somewhat affected, the entire family do not seem to care or react.

The middle class is shown through the man who sold the caravan. Costuming is used to show him in a suit, and a two shot is used to highlight the contrast between Frank and himself. His dialogue is also said in an accent, which gives an indication to his upbringing and education, fitting the stereotype of the educated business man, whereas the family's is regional and considered common. 

Blackpool - Meeting Steve (Representing Age):

• Two shot - stereotypical middle aged couple
• Mise-en-scene: Bottle props, gold colour, gold fruit closest, shallow focus - shows wealth. Father dressed in bright colours = agrees with stereotypes of 'embarrassing dad.'
• Tilt up

• Close up
• Mise-en-scene, shows jewelry, wealth. 
• Shot reverse shot - shows conversation

• Non dietetic sound of door slam - stereotypical child
• Mid shot
• Mise-en-scene: smart, business suit. Stereotpycal smart, job centered, 20s.

• Pan of close up
• Mise-en-scene, mother's facial expressions polite, dad looks angry
• Shallow focus = importance, viewer does not concentrate on anything else

• Close up shot of Steve
• Mise-en-scene: Facial expressions, polite
• Over the shoulder
• Shallow focus 
• Shot reverse shot

Mad Men - Lipstick:

Men looking down on women:

• Men in suits, professional colours
• HA used - magazine
• Dialogue:
• Shot reverse shot
• Prop of drink - don't take women seriously

The Mad Men clip represents gender in multiple ways, using technologies such as; mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing and sound.

The men of the clip are represented as looking down on the women, believing that they are unprofessional and ? Due to their gender. The first shot shows a two shot of two business men; portrayed through mise-en-scene as professional and important by the clothes they are wearing – suits in dull/professional colours. A high angle shot is used to show their point of view whilst looking at the magazine, indicating how they look down on the women and do not take them seriously. Short takes of the magazine, representing how it is dismissed by the men, shows the prop in bright colours (such as pink, red) that are stereo-typically used as feminine colours to give an indication that the women are shallow and superficial, as their product only involves make up. Shot-reverse-shot is then used, cutting between the magazine and the men. Longer takes are often used when showing the men to imply the dominance of them in the scene, as their speech and attitude towards the women is what is more prominent in the scene. Ambient sounds of an office (phones ringing,) show the men in their working environment, one that is often thought as admirable and important. However, props of cigarettes and alcohol are shown on the outskirts of the frame throughout the scene to give the indication that despite their appearance, the men do not take their work seriously. This highlights their disregard of the women. The dialogue of the characters, 'I don't speak moron.' shows their opinion of the women, indicating that they feel they are below them and not important.

The women are then represented as stereotypical and shallow. A close up shows the first woman, who is shown as feminine through mise-en-scene. She is shown wearing a red dress and lipstick, allowing the audience to instantly recognize the feminine qualities she has. Her facial expressions show she’s happy and optimistic, however her high pitched dialogue indicates that her positivity makes her superficial, which is contrasted with the harsh dialogue and perspective on the men in the scene. This is done to make the men appear more serious, whereas the women appear less professional. A long shot is then used to show them in the reflection in the mirror, portraying their concern with appearance.

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Doctor Who - Gender Representation:

In this clip, different terminologies work to represent different genders.

At the beginning of the scene, the villain is represented as powerful. This is done through mise-en-scene, his costume being a suit, giving the impression he is professional and smart. This gives an indication to his intelligence, therefore making him a more intimidating villain. His suit and tie are black, using dark colours to give the negative connotations of evil. A low angle is used with the girl's leg in the shot to represent him as superior, showing him looking down on his opponent as he believes he has the upper hand. The director chose to use close ups of long takes to show his importance, allowing the audience to realize the importance of his dialogue to the characters, as his plan is thought to be extremely worrying to the characters. The character uses the dialogue 'Any last words?' which is a common question of a villain and gives the indication he is in full control of the girl's life.

The girl he is speaking to is represented as weaker and in danger. The prop of the transitioning device, which is handed over to the villain, gives the indication she has been forced to surrender and has no way to escape the dire situation. Close ups of her face are shown through the shot-reverse-shot of her and the villain to show her facial expressions, which show she is afraid and helpless. Shallow focus is used in these shots to allow the audience to focus on just her and nothing else, adding to the pure isolation she feels as it becomes apparent that no one can save her. 

The woman in the red dress is represented as unimportant. She is positioned away from the action and is shown through long shots in which the villain is also shown, never alone. This gives the indication that she is considered a prop for the villain, nothing else. Her costuming shows her in a red dress, stereotypically female clothing, which gives the impression she is 'just for show'. Through close up shots, her facial expressions show worry and fear, contrasting with the villain who appears to be confident. This again shows her as weak and submissive compared to the man in the scene. 

However, there is then a role reversal in power between the girl and the man in the scene. A mid shot and then a close up shows the girl's facial expressions, which show her laughing, contradicting the representation that she was powerless and in danger. The representation shifts to her in power, and the villain in danger. This representation is supported by her costume, which shows her in black, practical clothing. This is an archetype of the typical female character, portraying her as strong and able to care for herself. Her dialogue, 'Did you really believe that?' gives an indication that she and the doctor were one step in front of the villain. As she speaks about how she did this, shallow focus is used through close ups to show the significance of what she is saying to the villain.

Discontinious editing is used when flashbacks are shown of her doing what she is talking about, which have been tinted blue post-production to allow the audience to make the connection that what is being shown is not present time. This shows the amount of time and effort the plan took, highlighting her intelligence, which is shown to be superior to the villain's. Her dialogue about the doctor, 'He's saved you so many times' represents him as a saviour