How to write a lftvd q3
- 1. LFTVD Q3 Firstly, understanding the layout of the question: There may be a statement here (to agree or disagree with) ‘Why’ will always be a part of the question. ‘How’ may also feature They will always ask you generally about LFTVD. Of course you should focus on the two texts we have studied but it would be good to show an awareness of the industry as a whole. This bullet point is always worded in exactly the same way. This is your opportunity to show your awareness of the social, cultural, historical, economic and political contexts of the industry. (More on the next slide. For this bullet point you are being asked to apply your knowledge of context to the specific focus of the question. This is most likely to focus on aspects of media language (including genre) or representation issues. For this bullet point you need to show that you can compare the two texts. Analyse why. Write conclusions, clearly setting out why these two texts have similarities and differences.
- 2. Bullet Point 1 – consider the contexts in which long form television dramas are produced and consumed The LFTVD you have studied have been made at a time when home entertainment is booming. TV Producers invest heavily in TV productions. You should be aware that it costs millions of dollars to make a single episode of Stranger Things. Deutschland 83 also had a considerable budget, but not as much as Stranger Things. Why was this, how can it be seen and how has it influenced the programme? You should be aware of how these two programmes can be viewed, how the broadcasters are funded and how they differ in outlook and perspective. You should be aware that these programmes were created in different countries. How has this influenced the content of the show? How might the origin of production affect the consumption in any way (especially on an international or global scale)? You should be aware that both of these texts have been produced recently. What social and cultural viewpoints can be seen reflected in the text (e.g. views towards women, single-parent families, ethnic minorities) and how might have this been affected by the time it was produced? You should be aware of how current political contexts may shape the way that certain aspects may be presented in the text (e.g. mistrust of authority, views towards East and West) You should be able to address all of these points and provide evidence to support your views. There may be some excellent points you want to make that you could include in any answer. Because of the nature of this question and the fact that this bullet point is always the same, you can always include your contextual knowledge – especially if you do have an excellent point you can make, comparing both texts.
- 3. What is this question specifically asking me?
- 4. How to plan a response In one sentence – what is the focus? Bullet point 3-4 aspects of each programme and try to find ways to compare Where can you add in theory?
- 5. Starting – developing – ending Intro – address the question. Contextual background – address bullet point 1: show you are aware of the relevant contextual factors. What is important about LFTVD in general and how do these texts fit in? (1-4 paragraphs) PETAL paragraphs specifically answering the set question. Points about the main thing(s) you are being asked about. Clear evidence from the show. Apply theory if possible (if not, use your best terminology to analyse the evidence?) Link to the question and/or the other text – writing mini-conclusions throughout Overall conclusion – specifically answering the question you have been asked. Refer back to your main points. What is the overall answer?