Monday 23 January 2017

1) Write a one-sentence definition of what makes a film British.

When British values are represented in a film its usually considered British. 

2) What is the difference between a Hollywood production context and production context of a British film?

Mainstream industries in holly wood could easily make big budget film which advertise to a wider more diverse audience. British could be seen as the other side of film making where they use minimal amounts of money but still produce fantastic productions at the end. They have a habit of bringing up coming stars for Hollywood to be interested in. British films are also targeted at a specific age range. However, people of other ages might be interested too.

3) When did the James Bond franchise start?
The 1960's gave birth to the world known 007, James Bond franchise. The franchise was made for American Entertainment as well as funded by American money. On the other hand, it is still seen as a British due to th fact it represents British standard values.

4) In terms of film censorship and graphic content, what began to change in British film in the 1970s and 1980s?

During the 70's society started to change, acts such as violence, graphical content and harmful language were acceptable by the British Board for Film Censorship firm to be added into the films at the times. This meant more people of a wider range could be granted access to view those films freely. Acts like swearing were shifted down an age ground simply because society were aware of them and there wasn't a need to restrict it.

5) What groups are often represented in British film? Give examples of films these groups feature in.

The younger generation are portrayed in all kinds of ways, most the dominant representation they have is that they are reckless, dangrous, careless and up to no good. One film portrays these ideologies is 'ill manors'. In urban places these thoughts are reinforced simply because of the teenagers upbringing. However, this also means thee is many youths that don't relate to those stereotypes.

6) What does the Fact sheet suggest might be the audience appeal of British film?
The conventional and also subvertive  British cultures and traits appeal to many foreign viewers as they want to learn and relate to the British values. They seek this from either the setting of British film or even an actor who has a role reinforcing the British culture. The strong language segment of the taboos allowed after the 70's contributed to the success of comedy shows.






 

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