This is the first critical blog entry as it marks the beginning of the research process for my portfolio project.
I spent a lot of time struggling to choose which genre to research, specifically between Crime and Drama. I eventually narrowed it down to the genre regarding drama, however, since it Is a very broad field, I felt it was necessary to research a sub-genre.
The sub-genre I have chosen is Teen Film Drama.
Typical conventions of a teen drama regarding its content include the use of stereotypes and plots on teen issues. This is pivotal for increasing engagement with the target audience as the topic is one that relates to them. In this situation, it is easier for the teenage target audience to empathize with main characters facing similar issues as themselves or in their society. They are more likely to be a loyal consumer or share that content with somebody else.
Teen Issues may include being peer pressured, an outcast, and even viewing life through a negative lens. Another trend in movies are about high school love stories. Examples of teenage stereotypes in films include a pretty and mean cheerleader who cheers on athletes at their varsity games. The athletes would be strong jocks. There are also stereotypes at a larger scale than specific types of individuals. There are different types of groups as school. This include the popular group ( usually comprised of the cheerleaders and athletes) or the nerds. One thing worth noting is that teenage films usually take place at an educational institution the characters may attend and their house.
Now for the production techniques of teen drama. When showing the bedrooms of main characters, how colorful they are may vary based on how they are portrayed in the movie. For example, a popular, mean girl may have a very pink room while a jock may have many blues. A girl who is trying to find her place in school may have multiple, bright colors in her room to capture that sense of displacement. The messiness of a character’s room may also have the same effect. The bedroom is a commonly-used way to capture the personality of a teenage character. Dialogue and behavior of the characters may reflect what teenagers do currently, such as the excessive use of social media. Many scenes are in the day time showing the actors at school or hanging out, and in these scenes, bright lighting is used by schools.
With the growing use of social media among teenagers, marketing movies and shows has become easier. Algorithms, can be used to tailor a user’s feed based on their interests. Filmmaking teams for teenagers may also place their ads over the internet/Snapchat.
One example is the Netflix original, To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before. A sixteen-year-old girl, Lara Jean plays an unpopular character who is in a separate circle from the boy she begins to have a relationship with, the popular high school athlete, Peter. It includes scenes of bullying, which is common teen issue. It also mostly takes place at school.
Another example is the movie Love, Simon. It mostly takes place at Simon’s school and home. The plot revolves around the idea of him keeping his sexuality a secret from his family and friends. He plays a more mildly popular character that attends high school parties. This movie was important for teenagers who are in similar positions.
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