Influence of TV/youth culture Flashcards
What was the first large TV event and how many was it watched by?
Queen Elizabeth’s coronation (1957) watched by 8 million.
Why was there a growth of satire in the 60s?
There was declining deference and people were more ready to criticise politicians.
What kind of TV did 70s audiences prefer to 60s audiences and give examples?
Escapism shows, not ones that showed gritty reality. Morecombe and Wise, dad’s army, Fawlty towers
What youth groups appeared from the 50s-70s?
50s- Teddy boys- edwardian suits, slicked hair
60s - Mods and rockers - driven by consumerism
60s- skinheads- evolved from mods
70s- Punks
What were the views of hippies?
To reject societal norms and not partake in consumerism.
Outline the 1954 television act.
Allowed commercial TV competition to the BBC, led to formation of ITV.
What was youth culture often associated with?
Violence and hooliganism, for example at football matches or the Brighton beach fight between mods and rockers.
What happened to the number of people in scouts and guides between 1945 and 1970?
Rose from 471,000 in 1945 to 539,340 in 1970.
What kind of music did youth listen to?
Music that showed rebellion e.g. rock and roll, Britpop in the 60s and punk during the 70s.
What were the reasons for the development of youth culture?
The baby boom, end of national service, more time spent in school, growth of mass media, more young people in employment/with money, growth of consumerism.
Who did the BBC appeal to as opposed to ITV?
BBC- middle class and ITV was more working class.
What % of cinemas closed between 1955-63?
50%
Outline a drama that highlighted homelessness and one that highlighted abortion.
Cathy come home- homelessness
Up the Junction- Abortion
What happened to the number of TV licenses after the Queen’s coronation?
Doubled to 3 million.
Give an example of a satire TV show.
That was the week that was.
