3RD FILM ANALYSIS 'MEAN GIRLS' BY MARK WATERS
Media Language:
Cinematography:
Within this page, i will be discussing the use of cinematography (the articulation of cinematic space) within the 2004 feature film 'Mean Girls'. Furthermore, i will be discussing how the use of cinematography within the clip follows the conventions of the genre, and in addition to this, how i may implement these techniques within my own film.
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Here is an example of the medium close-ups used within the scene, we are looking to implement the use of medium close-ups within our own film in order to achieve the same effect i describe below.
When introducing the characters of 'Cady' and 'Regina', initially a medium close-up is show of the character 'Cady' immediately placing the power with her character due to the clear focus on her face. The camera then pans to the right splitting the screen in half introducing the character of 'Regina' in a longshot whislt 'cady' is then filmed in a close-up.
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An example of the close-up's/medium-close-ups used on the character of Cady, forcing audiences to only look at her. I would like to use this within my own film, hoping to achieve this same 'forced' effect.
Through the character of 'Cady' constantly being presented in shots which are forcing audiences to only see her instead of her surroundings, an immediate power is continuously referred to, giving audiences a clear outlook on her character. Unlike 'Cady' regina's surroundings are able to be seen opposed to the up close nature of 'cadys' closeup in which you can only see her face. Due to being able to see 'Reginas' surroudings audiences are not 'forced' to look at her character and are almost giving the opporotunity to look elsewhere, unlike the shots of 'Cady'. Through the shots permitting audiences to see 'Reginas' surroundings, a different location is also clearly conveyed. The camera then pans to the left and 'Cady' is seen in longshot filling the entire screen, this again furthering the idea of this characters power.
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a clip from the scene in mean girls where audiences are permitted to see the location of the character 'Regina' and her surroundings. I intend to implement this within my own film by using eye-line matches allowing audiences to look at something other than the character at certain points.
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a clip of when 'Karen' and 'Gretchen' are introduced, introducing the different locations. The difference in their shot distance compared to 'Cadys' immediately reinforces her own power.
Much like the way 'Regina' had been introduced, the characters of 'Gretchen' and 'Karen' are filmed both in long shot immediately establishing the different locations, in addition to this they are then filmed in a medium closeup while the camera remains showing a longshot of 'Cady', this again alluding to the power she has, and also encouraging audiences to focus on her rather than the other characters. As the screen proceeds to be split into four sections, medium close-ups are presented of each character, when a paticualr character begins to speak the camera is then seen panning side to side, indicating visually which character is speaking bringing what was otherwise a still shot to life.
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Here is an example of split screen which has been used in the particular 'Mean Girls' scene
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Here is a screen capture featuring the use of split screen and 'stillness' to create tension as well as an 'audience eavesdropping' effect.
As the conversation proceeds, the panning then begins to visually become difficult to watch and confusing. The stillness of the medium close-ups/close-ups of 'Cady' act as a contrast to this constant moving and again reinforce her characters power right to the end of the scene itself. Through each character at some point bein filmed in close-up and having them speaking almost directly to camera, it creates a slightly more personal atmosphere for audiences making them feel as though they are being included in this conversation. In addition to this, due to four different places being shown in relatively close shots simultaneously, audiences are almost put in the position of 'eavesdropping' as if they are looking in a private conversation.
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Regina seen in close-up eating bread, the close nature of the shot seemingly accentuates her chewing making her seem almost animalistic. I would like to use close shots likes this to almost distort what my character is doing like this shot distance does to 'Regina'
The continuous use of close-ups/medium close-ups is something stereotypical of a comedy/teen comedy. The up close and personal nature of the shots allow audiences to become aware and 'get to know' the characters within the story, allowing them to easily identify with them. Furthermore, it captures the facial expressions of each character with detail, somewhat adding a comedic effect to the shot itself and their facial movements could appear more distorted and exaggerated due to the close nature of the shots. The cinematography encourages the audience to admire the good looks and fashion of the film's stars, particularly Lindsay Lohan. This specifically seen within the clip when a close-up is shown of 'Regina' whilst eating food, the close nature of the shot accentuated her chewing and made her seem almost animalistic, this contrasting to her more 'dainty' appearance, this contrast immediately adding a comedic effect to the scene.
How will this influence my film:
The panning used within the scene, is something i look to implement within my own film due to the fixation it causes audiences to have on certain character. Furthermore, the continuous use of it almost makes audiences eyes confused distorting the imagery they are seeing, this is also an effect i would like to create in order to distort and accentuate my characters facial expressions.
The panning used within the scene, is something i look to implement within my own film due to the fixation it causes audiences to have on certain character. Furthermore, the continuous use of it almost makes audiences eyes confused distorting the imagery they are seeing, this is also an effect i would like to create in order to distort and accentuate my characters facial expressions.
Mise-En-Scene
Here i will be discussing the Mise-En-Scene within the feature film 'Mean Girls', furthermore i will be discussing how the techniques used will influence my own short film 'Turkish Delight'.
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An examples of the actors clothing within the clip, immediately establishing their personalities, lifestyle and environment. I plan to use similar techniques with my characters costume keeping my leading costume fairly stereotypical of a teenage boy.
Within the scene, audiences are presented with four different environments which illustrate each characters personality. All four characters are seen wearing stereotypically girly clothing, focusing on pastel color such as blues, pinks and purples. The clothing is seen featuring lace and jewelled studding immediately, when infused with these colors, indicating that these characters represent an extremely girly and feminine group of girls. Although stereotypically girly, the clothing is slightly over exaggerated due to the jewel studs, in addition to this the clothes appear to be extremely put together eliminating a more natural and realistic approach to the characters. The unnatural appearence of their clothing almost indicate that the characters themselves are extremely unnatural. The clothing is particularly important to attracting the younger audience, because it is idealistic and it makes the audience aspire to own the same clothes.
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Here are three images displaying the four different locations established in the scene which i explained above.
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Here is an additional image displaying of the locations. 'Reginas' home best resembles what could be identified as a 'show home'
The locations are all seen to be extremely neat, giving the effect of a 'show home' furthering the idea that these girls are almsot 'unnatural', the 'show home' idea infused with the clothing seen on the characters raises this idea of 'perfection'. Each character is seen possessing a large amount of unessecary belongings which, in addition to the lavish rooms seen, indicate an upper class lifestyle. This upper class lifestyle is then furthered through the clothing each character is seen in. The costumes each character is seen wearing almost eliminate the idea of these characters being 'villans' due to the innocent and 'girly' nature of the clothing they are wearing, this 'innocent' and 'girly' persona given to these characters is then immediately contrasted by the manipulative nature of the conversation being held within the scene. This contrast immediately raising the idea of 'appearances can be deceiving'. The persona of these characters that audiences are presented with also somewhat embody the stereotype of the 'popular' and 'mean' girls. This immediately presenting audiences with something that they would essentially be familiar with, allowing them to directly identify with the plot and the characters within the film as a whole.
How will this influence my film:
I look to contrast my plot to the location of my film, through setting it in a school which is stereotypically seen as a safe place and then having a massacre take place immediately provokes thought from audiences. Furthermore, in terms of costume i would like to have my lead character dressed in attire that is 'stereotypical' of teenagers.
I look to contrast my plot to the location of my film, through setting it in a school which is stereotypically seen as a safe place and then having a massacre take place immediately provokes thought from audiences. Furthermore, in terms of costume i would like to have my lead character dressed in attire that is 'stereotypical' of teenagers.
Editing:
Within this page i will be defining 'editing', and critically discussing the use of editing within the film 'mean girls'. Furthermore, i will be analyzing how the films editing conforms or deviates from the Comedy/Teen Comedy genre.
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An example of the clips used in the scene during shot reverse shot. This immediately establishing the use of Continuity editing.
Mean Girls uses continuity editing throughout, with techniques such as shot-reverse shot, 180 degree rule, match on action, and the eyeline match. The effect of continuity editing is to keep the story in a coherent time and space. This makes it easy for the audience to follow the plot and the characters. This is conventional for the genre of teen-comedy and the institution of a major Hollywood studio such as Paramount.
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An example of the use of split screen within the scene.
Within the clip, the use of split-screen is prominent. It allows audiences to clearly witness each characters reaction to each other, in addition to this it provides a more personal and up close nature to the scene, making audiences feel as though they are looking into a personal conversation. The use of split-screen reminds the audience of conventions of television and music videos, which are popular forms for the teenage audience. For example, Lauryn Hill's music video for 'Doo Wop' uses split screen throughout. It also reminds the audience of Internet media and social media, which have several different windows that the audience must view.
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The use of Split screen within Lauryn Hill's music video 'Doo Wop'
In addition to this use of split-screen, the film encourages the audience to adopt Regina's point-of-view using the eyeline match. This presents to audiences what the character 'Regina' is looking at, furthermore it also attaches power to the character of 'Regina'. Through showing to audiences what she is watching, whilst she is having this conversation almost alludes to the fact that she is really disinterested in the conversation itself. In addition to this it presents her in a slightly unlikeable light to audiences as she is seen somewhat ignoring the conversation through focusing on something else.
How will this influence my film:
Within my own film i intend to utilize the editing technique of eye-line match in order to convey what my character is looking at, furthermore instead of using split screen as 'Mean Girls' has i would like to duplicate my character and have each of his actions play simultaneously on one screen.
How will this influence my film:
Within my own film i intend to utilize the editing technique of eye-line match in order to convey what my character is looking at, furthermore instead of using split screen as 'Mean Girls' has i would like to duplicate my character and have each of his actions play simultaneously on one screen.
Sound:
On this page i will be discussing the use of sound within the film 'Mean Girls', in addition to this i will evaluating how i intended to implement these uses of sound within my own film.
non-diegetic sound: 'non diegetic sound is represented as coming from the source outside the story space'
diegetic sound: 'Diegetic sound is any sound presented as originated from source within the film's world'
Within the scene, the sound is primarily diegetic. Through not including any heavy background music or sounds that follow the plot of the scene, it immediately allows audiences to focus solely on the characters facial expressions and the conversation itself. Furthermore, through the lack of music audiences are almost allowed to form their own opinions on what is happening within the scene rather than having their emotions and opinions be guided by the use of sound effects/music.
non-diegetic sound: 'non diegetic sound is represented as coming from the source outside the story space'
diegetic sound: 'Diegetic sound is any sound presented as originated from source within the film's world'
Within the scene, the sound is primarily diegetic. Through not including any heavy background music or sounds that follow the plot of the scene, it immediately allows audiences to focus solely on the characters facial expressions and the conversation itself. Furthermore, through the lack of music audiences are almost allowed to form their own opinions on what is happening within the scene rather than having their emotions and opinions be guided by the use of sound effects/music.
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Here is the section of the scene where a television advertisement is heard in the background.
During the scene there is use of a small use of sound following a television advertisement which one of the characters is seen briefly watching. Through this small use of sound in the background, it almost adds a more realistic effect to the scene, presenting audiences with sound they can recognize and will not necessarily deviate from the scene itself. In addition to this, the use of background 'noise' also allows audiences to see how the character of 'Regina' is distracted from the phone conversation and almost disinterested. Although primarily diegetic, a quite minimalistic piece of music is heard as the plot thickens within the scene. This use of music almost furthers the manipulative nature of the scene and somewhat reels audiences in, making them want to see what is to happen next. The music somewhat resembles the sound of a ticking clock, making audiences almost impatient to know what is going to happen within the scene, it also acts at speeding the pace of the scene itself.
Genre:
Within this page i will be discussing how the film 'Mean Girls' utilises conventions of the Teen Comedy genre. Furthermore i will be discussing how these conventions will influence my own film.
Conventions of Teen Comedy:
Conventions of Teen Comedy:
- The main character usually begins as an outsider/socially awkward.
- The setting is usually in a high school or in the home
- the soundtrack usually follows music which teenagers would listen to such as rock/pop
- A teen comedy usually has the underlying theme of 'growing up'
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The high school where 'Mean Girls' is set.
LIndsay Lohan's character is the new student and so she starts as an outsider looking for friends. In addition to this she has what is seen as unusual tastes, such as music and clothing, because she lived in Africa for a long time. The main setting is a high school, and it is otherwise set at home or in a mall. These settings are familiar to audiences, which makes the story and the character easier to identify with.
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The full soundtrack of 'Mean Girls'
The soundtrack for Mean Girls is mostly rock and pop, and it includes several covers (including a modern cover of a Blondie song). The use of covers targets older audiences who are familiar with the original songs, whilst also appealing to younger audiences due to the genre of the new music artists.
During the film Cady experiences life lessons, such as realising who her friends are, being honest, and standing up for herself. These are all things that audiences for a teen comedy would be experiencing and they could also learn from how they are portrayed in the movie.
During the film Cady experiences life lessons, such as realising who her friends are, being honest, and standing up for herself. These are all things that audiences for a teen comedy would be experiencing and they could also learn from how they are portrayed in the movie.
How will this influence my film:
Teen comedy in Turkish Delight
The reason for using conventions of the teen comedy genre within our film was to produce a piece of work which was aimed for teenagers but still could possess the black comedy genre. These type of texts do not currently exist.
The generic conventions that we use in our film were the location (it is set in a school, like Mean Girls), our character is the ultimate outsider, and we used Pokemon music to appeal to teenage, younger audiences. We have also included some instances of continuity editing, such as an eye line match when Muslim Boy is on a computer.
Teen comedy in Turkish Delight
The reason for using conventions of the teen comedy genre within our film was to produce a piece of work which was aimed for teenagers but still could possess the black comedy genre. These type of texts do not currently exist.
The generic conventions that we use in our film were the location (it is set in a school, like Mean Girls), our character is the ultimate outsider, and we used Pokemon music to appeal to teenage, younger audiences. We have also included some instances of continuity editing, such as an eye line match when Muslim Boy is on a computer.
Representation:
On this page i will be analyzing the representation of women, teenagers and age within my analysis film 'Mean Girls' by Mark Waters. Furthermore i will be discussing how the representations shown will influence my own film
Gender itself within the film is a major theme of representation. The leading characters within the film are all female immediately giving the female sex a dominant and powerful presence within the film. In addition to this, female character such as 'Cady Heron', 'Regina George' and 'Gretchen Weiners' are all portrayed at some point as strong. However, when these characters are seen as strong, it is when they are plotting against each other immediately presenting another stereotype in which woman all 'stab' each other in the backs. Therefore, this power is somewhat throttled by conforming to this initial stereotype. The character of 'Cady Heron' is seemingly the only female who is seen with the most power by the end of the film due to her 'honest' actions. Gender itself is mainly presented in stereotypes, those that i have just described and other women put into the role of 'mother/wife' or 'ex-wife' seemingly defined by their relationships with men.
Within mean girls, those of an older ager (with the exception of Tina Feys character) are all seem as 'stupid' and almost more immature than the students. This furthering the appeal to the teenage audience, they fell that they can relate due to the way they see adults currently.
Gender itself within the film is a major theme of representation. The leading characters within the film are all female immediately giving the female sex a dominant and powerful presence within the film. In addition to this, female character such as 'Cady Heron', 'Regina George' and 'Gretchen Weiners' are all portrayed at some point as strong. However, when these characters are seen as strong, it is when they are plotting against each other immediately presenting another stereotype in which woman all 'stab' each other in the backs. Therefore, this power is somewhat throttled by conforming to this initial stereotype. The character of 'Cady Heron' is seemingly the only female who is seen with the most power by the end of the film due to her 'honest' actions. Gender itself is mainly presented in stereotypes, those that i have just described and other women put into the role of 'mother/wife' or 'ex-wife' seemingly defined by their relationships with men.
Within mean girls, those of an older ager (with the exception of Tina Feys character) are all seem as 'stupid' and almost more immature than the students. This furthering the appeal to the teenage audience, they fell that they can relate due to the way they see adults currently.
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An example of how the four leading characters are visually represented.
The plot of the film revolves around the character of 'Cady' a new student who whilst looking for ways to fit in with the status quo at high school, finds herself mixed in a web of lies which ultimately diminish this new found stature that she now possesses.
Within the film itself, teenagers are the central characters with the exception of a few adults who take the form of teachers and parents. The four leading girls all represent somewhat of 'Stock Characters' and stereotypes, 'The Leader'--Regina George, 'The Sidekick'--Gretchen Weeners, 'The Dumb one'--Karen Smith and 'The Convention breaker'--Cady Heron. Through use of stereotypes through these female character it is immediately insinuated that all girls have these characters in them, and females themselves fit the stereotypes that have been presented. However, due to the stereotypes being presented and the almost exaggerated and comedic personalities that are tied in with the stereotype, audiences are encouraged to believe that these characters are almost caricatures and meant for comedic effect.
Within the film itself, teenagers are the central characters with the exception of a few adults who take the form of teachers and parents. The four leading girls all represent somewhat of 'Stock Characters' and stereotypes, 'The Leader'--Regina George, 'The Sidekick'--Gretchen Weeners, 'The Dumb one'--Karen Smith and 'The Convention breaker'--Cady Heron. Through use of stereotypes through these female character it is immediately insinuated that all girls have these characters in them, and females themselves fit the stereotypes that have been presented. However, due to the stereotypes being presented and the almost exaggerated and comedic personalities that are tied in with the stereotype, audiences are encouraged to believe that these characters are almost caricatures and meant for comedic effect.
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An example of how 'the outsider' is visually represented.
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An example of how 'Teenage boys' are visually represented within the film.
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An example of how adults are represented visually within 'Mean Girls'
Gender itself within the film is a major theme of representation. The leading characters within the film are all female immediately giving the female sex a dominant and powerful presence within the film. In addition to this, female character such as 'Cady Heron', 'Regina George' and 'Gretchen Weiners' are all portrayed at some point as strong. However, when these characters are seen as strong, it is when they are plotting against each other immediately presenting another stereotype in which woman all 'stab' each other in the backs. Therefore, this power is somewhat throttled by conforming to this initial stereotype. The character of 'Cady Heron' is seemingly the only female who is seen with the most power by the end of the film due to her 'honest' actions. Gender itself is mainly presented in stereotypes, those that i have just described and other women put into the role of 'mother/wife' or 'ex-wife' seemingly defined by their relationships with men.
How will this influence my film:
Within 'Turkish Delight' my intent is to play on stereotypes, much like 'Mean Girls' has my stereotypes being 'Teenagers' and 'Muslims'. Furthermore, much like 'Mean Girls' i intend to give my leading character, like 'Cady' the ultimate power, but not have the ending of the film end successful like it does in 'Mean Girls'
How will this influence my film:
Within 'Turkish Delight' my intent is to play on stereotypes, much like 'Mean Girls' has my stereotypes being 'Teenagers' and 'Muslims'. Furthermore, much like 'Mean Girls' i intend to give my leading character, like 'Cady' the ultimate power, but not have the ending of the film end successful like it does in 'Mean Girls'
Ideology:
The film 'Mean Girls' essentially follows a stereotypical hollywood narrative, on which The Frankfurt School (They felt that Hollywood films left little interpretation or need for independent thought for audiences and dictated to them how life was, furthermore they believed that Hollywood entertainment kept people in their hierarchical place and left no need for revolution) would argue against. The story itself promotes the idea that if you are honest and do as you're told, everything in life will be fine. The ending itself is what could be considered a 'happy ending' in which audiences do not to think further into the ending itself or worry therefore making audiences feel comfortable and tell them that everything is 'okay'. The story is simple and easy to follow, it features somewhat of a predictable plot (somewhat of a convention of the institution). The characters within the film do to a certain extent hail audiences, the stereotypes being presented give much room for all audiences to identify with a character and be inspired by them through this initial connection. Furthermore, through this use audiences are encouraged to believe what they are viewing and take it as the truth. The audiences postion in 'Mean Girls' is a huge contrast to those watching 'Foutaises'. Unlike 'Foutaises' audiences are almost dictated, they are told what to think and why they should be thinking it, the extensive use of stereotypes and the simple plot line encourage this as it makes the film increasingly easy to understand, unlike 'Foutaises' which requires much thought and audience interpretation.
Narrative:
Mean girls, unlike ‘Foutaises’ and similarly to ‘Happiness’ although more wholesome, follows the most obviously form of a classic story structure. At the beginning of the film ‘Cady Heron’ is a new student who is looking to fit in at her new school and ultimately make friends. As she befriends people she ends up in a tangled web of schemes that ultimately lead her to her downfall, she is then brought up again and treated almost like a ‘hero’ at the end after being ‘honest’ and ‘good’. The narrative of ‘Mean Girls’ itself clearly reflects the films institution, the simple and clear plot/characters make it easy for audiences to watch and it ultimately requires little to no thinking on the audiences part. Overall, like ‘Happiness’ audiences are never in doubt at what is happening within the story, thus informing us on the more ‘Hollywood’ aspect of the film itself. The use of ‘Cady Herons’ voice over at certain parts in the film also promote an actor/audience connection as it brings audiences to a more closer and personal approach to the character making her seem even more relatable. The film however, unlike ‘Foutaises’ and ‘Happiness’ altogether does not possess and ‘independent’ feature and is solely ‘Hollywood’. The narrative paints somewhat of an idealized ‘growing up’ scenario, where pain and difficulty only lasts through one year at school and then disappears. Furthermore is reinforces the idea that being honest and good will get you wherever and whatever you want. The sugar coated nature of this ultimately ‘wholesome’ and ‘mild’ representation of ‘the teenage experience’ although enjoyable could make it somewhat less relatable to teenage audiences at certain point. However, the simplicity of the narrative itself is seemingly the perfect narrative for the main audience it is targeted at.
Although 'Cady Heron' is essentially the lead character, like 'Happiness' we are presented with multiple figures to identify with as audiences such as 'The Plastics: Regina, Karen and Gretchen', 'Damien and Janice' and also male characters within the film such as 'Aaron Samuels'. The multiple different personalities within the film itself to a certain extent to present different viewpoints, however we are almost pressured to identify with 'Cady Herons' the most and accept her as the 'honest' and 'true' character throughout the movie.
In addition to this all of the main characters within the film (Regina, Cady, Gretchen, Karen, Janice, Damien etc..) go on a journey when they grow as people, despite this 'Cady's' journey is the one we are almost pressured to identify with the most as opposed to the others.
Unlike 'Foutaises' and 'Happiness', audiences can somewhat expect what they will see before they watch 'Mean Girls' as, like i said before it follows the generic conventions of a typical teenage/Hollywood/mainstream narrative.
How will this influence your own film:
although i would like my film to lean more towards the independent side, my target audience is teenagers therefore i need to adapt the story into something which a variety of teenagers can understand. Like in mean girls i intend to have one sole character who audiences ultimately identify with the most, despite there possibly being others characters within the film. I intend to feature the idea of 'growing up' and 'going on a journey' within my film, however i would like to do this in a way that is not sugar coated and does not end with a 'happy ending' as 'Mean Girls' does.
Although 'Cady Heron' is essentially the lead character, like 'Happiness' we are presented with multiple figures to identify with as audiences such as 'The Plastics: Regina, Karen and Gretchen', 'Damien and Janice' and also male characters within the film such as 'Aaron Samuels'. The multiple different personalities within the film itself to a certain extent to present different viewpoints, however we are almost pressured to identify with 'Cady Herons' the most and accept her as the 'honest' and 'true' character throughout the movie.
In addition to this all of the main characters within the film (Regina, Cady, Gretchen, Karen, Janice, Damien etc..) go on a journey when they grow as people, despite this 'Cady's' journey is the one we are almost pressured to identify with the most as opposed to the others.
Unlike 'Foutaises' and 'Happiness', audiences can somewhat expect what they will see before they watch 'Mean Girls' as, like i said before it follows the generic conventions of a typical teenage/Hollywood/mainstream narrative.
How will this influence your own film:
although i would like my film to lean more towards the independent side, my target audience is teenagers therefore i need to adapt the story into something which a variety of teenagers can understand. Like in mean girls i intend to have one sole character who audiences ultimately identify with the most, despite there possibly being others characters within the film. I intend to feature the idea of 'growing up' and 'going on a journey' within my film, however i would like to do this in a way that is not sugar coated and does not end with a 'happy ending' as 'Mean Girls' does.
Audience:
As the four lead characters within the film are teenagers, one can immediately expect that audiences would be those close to their age and those who can relate/identify with the characters and the experiences they are encountering, this is then furthered by the primary location of the film being a high school, immediately attracting those who are or have been in high school. In addition to this, due to the 'tongue n cheek' nature of the film along with its sexual content, younger children are uliminated from the audience as the content would be deemed as inappropriate. As the films focus is on four female character, the audience for the film would most likely be mainly female as they could relate and identify with the characters the most. The cast of the film itself also acts at indicating the intended audience, fans of lindsay lohan will most likely have seen the film, in addition to this through having Tina Fey apart of the cast older audiences are somewhat drawn into the film allowing the film itself to appeal to teenagers and adults. In addition to this the universal themes of the film itself appeal to those who are younger and older allowing the film to appeal to a wider demographic. The clothing within the film is very fashion forward for the time and immediately would appeal to the target younger audience, the bright colors and slogan tops all trends which were being featured during the year of the films release, younger audiences would not only be able to identify with these clothes but they could also take inspiration from them. The sound track of the film itself features an interesting choice of songs, a large portion of the songs are all covers of older songs such as Blondie'd 'Rip Her to Shreds'. The use of older songs could appeal to older audiences who remember them and are possibly interested to see how and why they are used in these more modern films, in addition to this still appealing to younger audiences as it introduces new artists to them.
How will this influence my film:
I hope to attract both a teenage/young adult audience as well as an older/'Art House' audience to my own film. To do so i intend to, like 'Mean Girls' use music which can appeal to both generations. In addition to this i look to use clothing which is relatable instead of unachievable.
How will this influence my film:
I hope to attract both a teenage/young adult audience as well as an older/'Art House' audience to my own film. To do so i intend to, like 'Mean Girls' use music which can appeal to both generations. In addition to this i look to use clothing which is relatable instead of unachievable.
Institution:
'Mean Girls' is a 2004 film directed by Mark Waters and written by Tina Fey and Rosalind Wiseman. Due to being directed by Mark Waters, audiences are immediately aware that the film will follow somewhat of a Rom-Com genre, this is then furthered by the use of Lindsay Lohan, a famous comedic actress at the time. In addition to Lindsay Lohan, Tina Fey also indicates the comedic genre, as being well known from Saturday Night Live.
Through use of a more famous cast, audiences whom are fans of these actors will immediately be attracted to this film, in addition to this the use of actors and the genre of the film is reflective of the films budget. The films budget was an estimated $17,000,000 and upon release it grossed $129,042,871 worldwide, the budget immediately reflective of the films 'Hollywood' release, this big budget is again insinuated through the use of a popular and in demand actress of the time, 'Lindsay Lohan'. The type of institution in which 'Mean Girls' has been released from (Paramount) is also indicative of its high budget and furthermore, the audiences which they would be attracting. In addition to this, through being released by Paramount, one can anticipate that this film would have been released in numerous cinemas at a large amount of locations ensuring that many would see it as opposed to how it would have been exhibited if it had been released independently.
This institution is important for the media language, genre, and the audience for the film. The film has been produced to appeal to the widest possible audience, as well as appealing predominantly to teenagers who have a lot of money to spend on going to the movies.
Through use of a more famous cast, audiences whom are fans of these actors will immediately be attracted to this film, in addition to this the use of actors and the genre of the film is reflective of the films budget. The films budget was an estimated $17,000,000 and upon release it grossed $129,042,871 worldwide, the budget immediately reflective of the films 'Hollywood' release, this big budget is again insinuated through the use of a popular and in demand actress of the time, 'Lindsay Lohan'. The type of institution in which 'Mean Girls' has been released from (Paramount) is also indicative of its high budget and furthermore, the audiences which they would be attracting. In addition to this, through being released by Paramount, one can anticipate that this film would have been released in numerous cinemas at a large amount of locations ensuring that many would see it as opposed to how it would have been exhibited if it had been released independently.
This institution is important for the media language, genre, and the audience for the film. The film has been produced to appeal to the widest possible audience, as well as appealing predominantly to teenagers who have a lot of money to spend on going to the movies.