The digital advancement of society has created an impact on the mental health and psychology of its populace. As a group, we have decided to take on the topic: Depression as a result of Postmodern Contemporary Pressures on Society. This idea has been formulated from our individual interests. The following components from the module have […]
The Medium is the message – the first chapter of the book, Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man looks to analyse conventional perceptions and constructions of meaning, within mediums of communication. I aim to critique the perspective provided by Marshall McLuhan and provide brief comparisons to the 21stcentury society, which he, unfortunately is not part […]
Writing Desire by Ursula Biemman (2001) pictures a global circulation of the body of women, and draws upon an analysis from third world countries to the first. It can be noted that, the sexuality of the female body is being objectified through dating sites. This essay film provides Biemann’s thought on how dating sites in […]
In the film series, Black Mirror, Charlie Brooker challenges society’s idea of technological advancement being the primary criterion of ‘The Good Life’ in future. I shall be using the first episode of its third season as a case study for my reflection. Contemporary society and its behavioural patterns are reflected within […]
In this written piece of work, I aim to critique the role of representation in films, using ‘The Butterfly Effect’ and ‘Inside Out’ as case studies. I shall be taking the following questions into consideration: What is being represented? How is being represented? Using what codes? Within what genre? How is the representation made to […]
12 BFI’s essay film depict an embodiment of critical discourse relevant within today’s society. Some of the concepts covered include: identity, the male gaze and semiotic representations including signs and symbols. These essay films are a film style which was originally from 20th century in Europe These essay films are a film style which was […]
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