Happy Diwali

Happy Diwali to you all and Sal Mubarak

So what does it all mean?

This captivating video will give you lots to think about...

 
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Student post: banner

Omar (10N)

This is a gaming banner made by me. I made this banner to improve my Photoshop skills in ICT. I was never good at Photoshop but one thing you need to remember is "if you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

Well done to Omar for learning how to blend images in Photoshop. This will definitely help you in Media Studies. Thank you for your contribution and the inspiring well chosen quote. Keep up the good work!

Miss. Patel

BFI Film Academy

Amazing opportunities are currently available with the BFI Film Academy. They run a variety of courses and residential for different specialisms. I am lucky enough to work on one of the residential every Easter holiday, and even as a teacher I learn so much and pick up new skills. Competition is tough, but as an ACS student you have RESILIENCE and determination to achieve your goals.

The courses are only available for 16-19 year olds, but if you are younger than that it is still worth having a look at the courses to see how you can up-skill yourself so that when you do turn 16 you will be able to write a great application and have an amazing show reel.

Student post: Dark Knight film poster analysis

Sachin (10N)

The image of the city has been included on the film poster to show that this is Batman’s city, he owns it. This adds his sense of power and this may appeal to the target audience.

The tagline for the poster is very catchy and appealing for the audience as it gives them a sense of danger. As it is a world without rules it connotes that bad things could happen and you can do anything. This helps the poster relate with the action genre.

The logo for Batman on the building is on fire. The orange colour signifies passion and danger as well excitement. The logo is placed on the building above Batman to show that wherever he goes he leaves his mark behind that everyone will remember, that he is powerful and will show audience a sense of power to be considered as a hero.

The image of Batman has been placed in middle of the poster so it is eye catching and attracts the audience, and the shot is a low angle to make him look powerful and serious.

The colours for the background are black connoting mystery and darkness and this adds curiosity and will hook the target audience to this poster. There is also blue, grey and white clouds that show there is a storm coming which represents evil and he must fight back to it.

The film logo has a black bat behind the title which represents him as a bat and recognises what the film will be about. The title is in white to stand out against the black background and may seem dangerous. “Knight” shows he is heroic.

The film credits have placed underneath the film title to inform the audience who has participated and helped in making this film.

The poster is interesting because it gives off two sides to Batman; that he doesn’t care about rules, hence why the building has his logo on fire, but at the same time he is the hero and the shield of the city. This attracts audiences because it shows him off as a heroic character and brave knight who is going to protect it from evil.

Student post: game trailer

Kaushal has demonstrated skill in creating this game trailer by cutting different shots together and adding titles. Well done for completing media related work outside of class. 10 achievement points. 

Kaushal (10Q)

Calling all ACS students

I (Miss. Patel) always have lots to say about all things media related - see previous media posts for proof. However, this year I want to hear what you have to say! I want this blog to be for students and "written" by students. As well as impressive work you do in class, I would also like to see/hear what you do outside of class. This can include:

• Current film/games/music reviews (written or video)
• Media issues that you care about (representation of young people, men, ethnic minorities...etc.)
• New media crazes, how they are reported and your opinion on them, e.g. Pokemon Go

Every Media Studies student will be expected to contribute to at least one blog post this academic year. For your efforts you will receive 10 achievement points. I look forward to hearing what you have to say.