Tara Media Coursework

1) The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent organisation responsible for age-rating and classifying films, DVDs, Blu-rays and some online content in the UK , helping audiences understand what content is suitable, especially for children. It is funded by fees paid by film and media distributors , not by taxpayers, which means it operates on a not-for-profit, self-financing basis. Although it is not part of the government , it has an official link through UK law, as Parliament has given it statutory responsibilities (such as under the Video Recordings Act), allowing it to work independently while still being accountable to government regulations. 2)  U (Universal) A U rating means the content is suitable for all ages , including very young children. Films rated U are unlikely to contain anything that could upset or frighten a child. If there is any violence, it is very mild and unrealistic, and bad language is either absent or extremely mild. Themes are re...

Background reading and production research 1)  directed by Gurinder Chadha and is inspired by the real-life story of Sarfraz Manzoor , a British journalist who found hope and identity through the music of Bruce Springsteen . Chadha read Manzoor’s memoir Greetings from Bury Park and connected strongly with its themes of immigration, identity, and finding your voice. The film was developed as a low-to-mid budget project focused on representing the British Pakistani experience in the late 1980s—a time of racism, economic struggle, and cultural tension in the UK. Chadha wanted to show how music can be a lifeline, especially for young people who feel unheard or trapped between cultures. Springsteen himself supported the project and allowed his music to be used, which was a big deal and helped bring authenticity to the film. 2)  Audience reaction was largely very positive , especially at early screenings. Viewers connected emotionally to the film’s message about self-expression,...

1-  A film is considered British if it is primarily produced, financed, or creatively controlled by UK-based companies or individuals, and meets official cultural or production criteria set by UK film bodies such as the British Film Institute. 2- Hollywood films are typically made with very large budgets, rely heavily on star actors, and focus on spectacle-driven, high-concept storytelling aimed at global audiences. In contrast, British films often work with smaller budgets and place greater emphasis on character, realism, and culturally specific stories. While British cinema can include big-budget films like Skyfall , it is more commonly associated with social realism and reflections of British life. Overall, Hollywood prioritises commercial scale, whereas British film prioritises cultural identity. 3-  1960s 4-  During the 1970s, British films began to include more explicit sexual content and stronger depictions of violence, reflecting shifting social attitudes. Films l...

1)  Film poster analysis 2)  Mise-en-scene analysis blog tasks 3)  Mise-en-scene video recreation and learner response 4)  Lighting analysis blog tasks 5)  Sound analysis blog tasks 6)  Sound: parallel and contrapuntal video feedback and learner response 7)  Cinematography analysis tasks 8)  Cinematography video feedback and learner response 9)   Editing video task and learner response 10)  Editing blog task - 750 word analysis

1- WWW Excellent planning(CP) Multiple uses of match on action Excellent editing Good audio editing Engaging Narrative which created enigma codes Mise en scene such as outfits Low shot Shot in locker Sped up footage Hidden cuts Two soundtracks Shot effect - zoom in EBI Odd jump cut 2- WWW Good use of props Good use of editing Good use of Cinematography  Excellent Planning Excellent Props Funny Good Narrative Good match on action Good lighting Good soundtrack Good costume such as Dior sunglasses Good transition Good use of diegetic and non diegetic  Good range of shots Good wipe shot transition Nice locker Shot 180 Rule used Good acting Different shots such as POV Shots  Pace of the film EBI None 3- In my video I successfully used the three key editing aspects learnt in class. Such as the use of  match on action  was used numerous times such as walking through and out of the door in the common room and the classroom, this helped make the movements feel natural an...

My clip From the start of the scene, the mise-en-scène establishes a clear sense of conflict and disruption. Such as the corner shop combined with props such as guns and food seen around the shop, which immediately connotes criminality and danger in a casual setting . This environment reflects a familiar everyday life landscape, allowing the audience to quickly recognise the stakes of the situation. According to  Lévi-Strauss’s theory of binary oppositions , narratives are structured around opposing forces . In this scene, a clear binary is created between law and crime , order and chaos , and authority and threat . Mike and Marcus visually and narratively represent order, while the robbers embody disorder. This opposition simplifies the moral framework of the scene and ensures that the audience ’s sympathies are aligned with the protagonists . Additionally, The costume and body language further reinforce this opposition. Mike’s composed posture and controlled movements c...