theories Flashcards
1
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strauses binary opposites theory
A
A good plot = conflict between binary opposites
-Meaning is produced by it
- There is a always a medium
- The way in which the conflict is resolved is significant
2
Q
male gaze theory
A
Women - passive gender Men - active
Viewpoint of heterosexual man
3
Q
todorovs narrative structure
A
- equilibrium
- disequilibrium
- new equilibrium established
4
Q
propps character type theory
A
These characters make it easy for an audience to understand the story.
- Hero
* Villain
* Dispatcher
* Donor
* Helper
* Princess / Prize
5
Q
uses and gratifications theory
A
- Escapism/Diversion
- Personal Identity
- Entertainment
- Information/Education
- Social Interaction
6
Q
4 things that make up a demographic
A
- class
- age
- gender
- location
etc
7
Q
6 demographics
A
- A
- B
- C1
- C2
- D
- E
8
Q
A demographic
A
upper middle class
9
Q
B demographic
A
middle class
10
Q
C1 demographic
A
lower middle class
11
Q
c2 demographic
A
skilled working class
12
Q
d demographic
A
working class
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