Barthes: Codes Flashcards
_________ of stories are __________ like a _____ or _____.
No element is given ______ over another.
a) elements
b) intertwined
c) braid
d) rope
e) priority
No ________ is given _______ over another.
a) element
b) priority
What are Barthes 5 codes?
Hermeneutic, proairetic, cultural, semantic, symbolic
What are hermeneutic codes?
Enigma/mystery codes that engage an audience.
What are proairetic codes?
Something that signifies something’s going to happen to cause action.
What are semantic codes?
Hidden meanings & connotations - more subtle.
What are symbolic codes?
An icon that represents something - more obvious & recognised.
What are cultural codes?
Something you’ll only understand if you are part of a specific culture.
What is an example of a proairetic code?
A person reaching for a gun signifies it will be used and cause action.
What is an example of a semantic code?
Red colours may signify danger and caution.
What is an example of a symbolic code?
A cross represents christianity.
What does media allow unnatural things to do?
Become natural through modern day myths.
What is a myth?
When the connotation is so well established, we don’t consider other meanings to be true.
