Introduction to Scripts.

- How did the script introduce the narrative (story), setting, time period, the characters and the genre?

The Les Miserables script introduced the time period by quoting ‘The Year is 1815’. This gives an early message to the readers that the film is old and historic. Furthermore they also represent the time period by the use of the 'tall masted warships'. Thirdly, we read that they have the use of slaves, this sets the time period back in the 1800’s when slaves were used a lot. Another point is that the script mentions that the convict’s prison numbers are 'crudely stitched onto them' this shows that the film isn't modern based as most modern convict numbers are printed on. The Script introduces the narrative by using the words, "great ribs ofWarships under construction and warships being refitted' this shows that the warships were possibly used in a battle shortly before. This also comes under the time category as it sets back to the time where the French navy used old warships to battle.
Throughout the script it seems to focus on one main character, 'Jean Valjean' the convict gives the impression that he is a tough character, 'as the rain and spray and wind scream round him. A great brute of a man, he seems to feel nothing'. This suggests that Jean Valjean is a vigorous, unbreakable man; it may suggests that the man is heartless. Furthermore we get informed Jean Valjean is 'Chained by two sets of manacles' this suggest that he may be a dangerous man.
The script states, "The convicts sing in time with the rhythmic pulls on the rope" this tells the audience straight away that the film genre is a musical.

- How Did it Engage you? 

Firstly, the script engaged me by showing the background of the convict slaves in the 1800's. The way they were treated, pulling the huge warships in by hand in ice cold, stormy weather. But what engaged me the most was the fact Jean Valjean 'didn't feel a thing' throughout the ice cold storms. This leaves me wondering what kind of man Jean is. Also the fact the convicts are treated so harshly by their own people. The script really puts you in their position and implies what conditions slaves used to go through. Finally the words, 'The camera RISES UP to find JAVERT' shows that Javert stands above all those men and shows he is in power. It also implies he is looking down at the convicts. The script is also very powerful in descriptive words which allows me to imagine what/who is taking place. This always helps getting more connected with the story line.

 - How did the script introduce the narrative (story), setting, time period, the characters and the genre?

The scene follows the script more than less the same. The beginning of the scene includes a superimposed date in a large, bold font stating the date 1815. The Date is in a much larger font than the rest so it’s maybe suggesting importance for the film. We can also see that it’s set in the 1800's by the visual use of the old wooden warships. Moving on, we can also see that the film is set in France by the use of the French flag flying around on the fractured warship. The film scene also makes it very clear that they're situated in an old French Naval ship dock for example when the camera climbs up towards Javert there are shivered ships in the background.
There are many types of camera angles used in the opening clip. One that stood out was the wide angle showing all the distraught men with their heads down up to waist in ice cold water. This could suggest that the convict slaves are used for granted. Throughout the different angles and shots Jean Valjean seems to be the one that stands out. While the others are seen as cold and fatigue Jean is still standing working hard. This gives a clear representation of the character as being a tough man and clearly represents the main character. Furthermore the way the camera climbs up towards Javert along with the orchestral music shows us that he has power over the convicts. Other factors like his style in dress also suggests he is higher up than the convicts.

How Does it Engage You?

Firstly the way the convicts align their actions with the music is very engaging towards the audience. Also the enclosing camera angles that fly over the ships with the orchestral music really impacts when the film is set. It gives the impression of what the early days of the French revolution was like. Another intriguing part of the clip was to see Jalvert confront Jalvean and tells him to 'Retrieve the Flag' we see a fight for justice when Jalvean accepts his command and carry's the flag over to him. 

Gender

Iron Man (2012)

In Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) we find an attractive woman who needs to be saved from her evil co-worker that intimates Tony Stark’s iron man suit. Throughout the film Pepper Potts seems to baby sit Tony telling him what is right and wrong. She is seen as the women with her head screwed on. Moving on, Pepper is seen as a very professional, independent woman. She also gives the impression that she’s well educated as she does everything for Tony Stark. Like any other stereotypical heroic film, the girl is the prize for the hero. In this case, Pepper Pots is the prize for Tony Stark when he saves her from the villain.

Age

Off their Rockers

Off their rockers is an American reality comedy prank show that was released in 2012. The show really shows how old people can have as much fun as the stereotypical prankster. The shows cast withholds just 3 participants. All are elderly but very lively. Moving on the show also includes of a lot of unexpected incidents such as nudity streaks. A popular act of the show is to ask the victim to take a picture. The show really sends a message to those stereotypical thoughts of elderly people and it makes sure after you have seen the show your thoughts have changed.

Issues- OK magazine

Ok magazine is just like any other gossip texts. They try and represent things that aren’t true or they change the background of the situations. They always find a way to make the scenario worse than it already was. From research OK magazine seems to concentrate on things such as celebrity gossip, awards and new shows.

Ethnicity – Cafod website

The Cafod website shows they care for all races that suffer. Like most charities Cafod asks the wealthy communities to offer a donation to help those less fortunate. They do this to represent their own country, such as the UK as generous and that they’re not biased towards other races and countries.   

National and regional identity 
The valleys, Gavin & Stacey   

The welsh show, the valleys is a comedy set in Barry island, Wales. It stars welsh actors such as Rob Brydon and Joanna Page. The series is really set to show the stereotypical character of a welsh person. they do this by using the welsh beach attractions such as Barry island. The show shows the fun side of Wales. Each character has their own individual, hilarious personality and has a stereotypical hatred between the English and Welsh  

My Favorite Media Text

My Favourite part of the media this year has got to be the new Rockstar Game "GTA V". The game sold 1.57 million copies on its first day and I think its the new best game of the gaming organisation. The game is within the Action Genre and has taken over the gaming industry.