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 EXAM QUESTIONS                                                                      PAPER 1 Section B exam questions  a) What is meant by a mainstream film ? [2] a mainstream film is a high budget films owned by a big company and usually appeals to a wide mainstream audience. an example of this would be black panther.   b) Briefly explain what a media conglomerate is. [2] a media conglomerate is a company who also owns other film company/firms and usually control the film industry. an example of this would be Disney who also own marvel and the Simpsons.   c) Explain two features of independent  film production. Refer briefly to  I, Daniel Blake r to support your   points. [6] one feature of independent film production is that its low budget film. this is because it...
I, Daniel Blake the economic context shapes the film 'I, Daniel Blake' in different ways. one way it influences the film was the production of it. firstly the film was funded by different companies such as channel 4,BBC films and 'why not films'. the film generally challenged to gain funding thus many different conglomerates. there was also no 'major star' involved in the film with low end actors. this allows the film to be more relatable and appeals to socio-economic groups. also allows to have a wide demographic audience of C1-E. It also informs people of a higher demographic that these sort of problems are more common than they think. The film was also set in the NE of England. subverting the stereotype of films with most films usually set at a famous landmark or city. the trailer for the film hints at the narrative and genre and has an inspiring yet relatable and sad tone to it. the trailer emphasises the representation of Katie and Daniel, portraying them...
 black panther how does it fit into the franchise? -it fits into the franchise as Black Panther was first introduced into the MCU in 'Civil War' film but wasn't clear whether he was a hero or a villain as he seeking revenge of the murder of his dad. Following this feature the shortly followed up with a film of his own making him the first black super hero to have his own film in 2018.   What makes it different? -This film is different as they hired a black director making the film more personal and diverse to the African community. They also imbedded African traditions and settings into the films this is shown through their traditional clothing, chants and peircing. In the trailer of Black Panther as well as making him look like a hero they image him as a leader and a warrior something which is common in African tradition and tribes. despite the never seen before (in the mcu) technological advancements and the wealth of wakanda there's a wide shot showing r...