Huck

Question 1

front cover analysis

Answer 1

•typography is informal/ casual- unlike mainstream
•’the defiance issue’- connotes ideology of the magazine- counter culture resistance
•’female fighters’- contradicts stereotypes & a patriarchal structure, bold caps, stands out
•main image- body language suggests a candid moment, editorial rather than journalistic, minimalist hue tones, brutal reality of war
•defying genre categorisation- counters expectations
•unconventional layout

Question 2

defiance article

Answer 2

•headline- connotes rebellion, possibly breaks up semantic meaning of the word & gets readers to reflect
•main image- constructed to appeal to ta, composition of the people looking to the right may get the reader to turn the page
•link to catcher in the rye- narrative of rebellion against adulthood
•direct address
•reflects social and cultural context of youth culture
•establishes brand identity
•blank & white space

Question 3

Oclan’s angels

Answer 3

•headline- connotations of angels as pure & good but also angelic hero’s
•use of language to construct representations- connotes a sense of ideological purpose
•subverting traditional notions of femininity and reflects counter culture nature of Huck
•discussing role life events that don’t revolve around the norm
images- emotive, show impact of fighting

Question 4

teenage utopia

Answer 4

•links to subcultural lifestyle of youth
•text- sideways positioning, black sketch like writing & graffiti connotes rebellion & is informal
•main image- positioning of camera, at the back, private, diverse, ethnic inclusivity
•vibrancy & authenticity
•radical youth culture

Question 5

go pro advert

Answer 5

•shot- low angle, close up, audience placed close to action
•text- capitalised, direct address, imperative/ declarative, encouraging
•ethnic inclusivity
•risk taking, rebellious, pushing to take risks, fits demographic