Media Codes and Conventions

Media codes and conventions are like the building blocks of all the media around us. Media codes generally…

Writing about the audience in ‘Narrative and ideology’

Mise en scene (symbolic code)

Mise en scene (or mise-en-scène) is originally a french theatre term that translates roughly to ‘everything…

Setting (symbolic code)

The setting of a narrative is the environment in which the narrative takes place. Setting is mainly created through…

Colour (symbolic code)

Different colours can have different connotations, depending on context and culture. Colour in media products can also…

Acting (symbolic code)

Actors portray characters in media products and contribute to character development, creating tension or advancing the…

How to write about media codes

Knowing about media codes isn’t enough. It is just one part in discussing how they work within media…

Production Paperwork: Everything You Need to Plan a Video Production

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How Fredric Wertham Ruined Comics For Everyone

In the 1940’s and 50’s comic books were incredibly popular. During this time…