Unit 5 essay plan (Q 2,3)

Question 2: Understanding the relationship between own research and article

1.           Introduction – an overview explaining your key 6-8 research findings [Hierarchy] & how they relate to the topic of the article (which conclusions they are based on [Executive Summary]) -Hierarchy: 1.           Thehits.co.nz (Superheroes have a negative impact on young children) 2.           Survey (primary research questionnaire) 3.           Thenumbers.com (Superheroes have been a recurring theme within the media) 4.           Aminoapps (sexualisation of female superheroes) 5.           Observation (primary research)- observation on young boys in superhero violence 6.           Variety.com (superhero fatigue) 7.           Interview questions (primary research) 8.           Forbes.com (film sales on Marvel/DC through the years)

2.           Evaluate your key research findings as to how relevant it is to the topic of the article 1.           Thehits.co.nz- relevant to article 2.           Survey- partly relevant to article 3.           Thenumbers.com- partly relevant 4.           Aminoapps- partly relevant 5.           Observation- relevant to article 6.           Variety.com- relevant 7.           Interview-partly relevant 8.           Forbes.com- partly relevant

3.           Explain the article’s conclusions and comment on the extent this is supported by the research Evaluate the article’s conclusions and justify the extent this is supported by your research -Over sexualisation of women- partly supports the research -Negative influenced on young boys- supports the research -Superhero fatigue- contradicts the research -popularity of film sales: Marvel vs DC/ partly supports the research -Sup hero movies have been a recurring theme- supports

Question 3: Understanding the Impact of the Topic on Production

1.           How has the topic presented by the article impacted production in the sector covered, based on the findings in the article? -Film-CGI: adds the popularity of production -Superhero films are action films with humour

2.           What do your findings suggest? -Superhero (Marvel movies) are making more money with each film. -Although female superheroes are sexualized, the release of wonder woman is beginning to change perspectives. -Marvel films are more popular than DC with film sales. -The term ‘superhero fatigue’ isn’t necessarily true. -Young boys are drawn to the violence in superhero movies 3.           What conclusions have you drawn about the impact of production? – Future prediction? -Popularity growth of the films- bought by Disney -CGI drawing people Hybrid- blending humour with sci-fi and comedy -Story Vs Special effects

4.           How valid is the information presented in the article? With references to your own research sources, how do they challenge or support the conclusions made to own research sources - ‘Superhero movies have been a recurring theme’- this topic in the article supports my research- states the popularity of film sales. - ‘Female Superheroes are sexualized in the media’- this supports and contradicts the article- states the roles that they play and the impact they have on young girls. - ‘Marvel and DC, releasing more films’- this supports the article- compares the two movie franchise and shows their film sales - ‘Superhero fatigue- contradicts the article- states the superhero movies that have made a lot of money globally and quotes from industry professionals - ‘Today’s superheroes send wrong image to boys’- supports the article- states that they are more into the violence than the actual storylines and characters.

5.           What connections are there to media debates or theories relevant to the topic of the article? [U&G, Positive or negative impacts on technology, regulation of media to protect children? Effects of violence or bullying or social media on young audiences] -U&G theory: escapism for superhero movie watchers -CGI: impact on technology (positive impact) -Copycat theory: people using the violence they see on-screen in the movies