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The British film industry: blog tasks

Factsheet #132: British Film 1) Write a one-sentence definition of what makes a film British. A british film is a film which reflects british values and culture or is funded and or cast with british money and actors. 2) What is the difference between a Hollywood production context and production context of a British film? The difference between Hollywood production context and British production context is that Hollywood is funded much more hevaly and uses big sets and budgets and telling stories using celebrities whereas British films are much more independently funded where the plots are more based on real people and issues which is spread using word and mouth and advertising. 3) When did the James Bond franchise start? The James Bond franchise started in the 1960s. 4) In terms of film censorship and graphic content, what began to change in British film in the 1970s and 1980s? In the 1970s censorship was a dominant subject which lead to the video nasties banning in 1980. 5) What grou

Editing Blog Task

  750 Word Essay: The clip begins with Sally Sparrow, the main character of the episode, exploring an abandoned house. As she enters a room filled with discarded photographs, she encounters a series of messages written on the walls. These messages appear to be directed at her, warning her of impending danger. The tension builds as the messages become increasingly urgent, inducing a sense of suspense and fear. The camerawork and cinematography in this Doctor Who clip are notable for creating a heightened sense of unease. The use of low lighting, close-up shots, and quick cuts contributes to a feeling of disorientation and dread. The camera movements mimic Sally's own disconcerting journey through the house, further engaging the audience in her experience.  One of the most significant aspects of this clip is the depiction of the Weeping Angels. These villains are presented as an embodiment of innate fears surrounding statues and the fear of the unknown. The idea that ancient stone sc