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GLEE

Media language- Being set in an ordinary high school, the mise-en-scene isn't at all extravangant or expensive looking.

Institution- The show airs on 'Fox'. The creator of the show is Ryan Murphy who is also known for Nip/tuck. In the uk the show airs on E4, a broadcaster known for broadcasting teenage dramas and comedies for its big teenage and young adult audience.

Genre- Glee is a Comedy-drama- Musical, therefore it classifies itself as a hybrid genre.

Representation- The representations of character is this text challenges the well-known stereotypes of high school characters. For example the character of 'Kurt' is not fully represented through the 'Queer Theory' which states that gay relationships are much more unfortunate and unsuccessful compared to heterosexual relationship, however in season two of Glee 'Kurt', gets involved with a Jock, which challenges the stereotypes of both the Jock and Kurt.

Audiene- The target audience are can range from 12- 19 and the secondary audience can be older since there are adult character that have sub-plots which can attract an older audience. The show could be the reason for the uprise of the new term of audiece called 'Kidults', since the show as an odd audience of kids, teenagers and adults.

Ideolgy- The Ideologies of Glee are very positive e.g you can reach your goals and dreams no matter what. The ideologies of glee are the reasons for the shows feel-goodness and allows the audience to feel a sense of escapism.

Narrative- Linear Narrative- with the use of songs to help push the narrative forward and to also express a characters emotions.

90210

Media Language - Focusing on the promo trailer for season 2, The mise-en- scene that is present, is mostly materialistic, e.g expensive cars and pools. The scenery (Beverly Hills) is very beautiful and extravagant looking. The facial expression of the characters through the close-up and medium close-ups show that is a feel-good show and humorous, since the characters are smiling and laughing. A long shot a female character in a Bikini allows some of the audience to gain sexual gratifications.

Institution- It is produced by CBS Television Studios. In the UK it airs on E4, which is very well known for its teen dramas and huge teenage and young adult audience.

Genre- 90210 is a teen text that is a Comedy/drama.

Representation- The representation of characters follow the well-known stereotypes of high school (The Jocks, The Plastics, the girl/boy next door)

Audience- The audience for 90210 is a predominantly teenage audience ranging from 15 to 19 and can also attract an older audience since it is a remake of a famous television series and this can appeal to the shows ealier generation who were fans of the show.

Ideolgy- The ideologies in 90210 seem to be cliche of at drama that is set in a high school. Becoming popular within the school status and dating the hottest girl/guy is important.

Narrative- 90210 has a basic linear narrative.