0 - Discussing production values (class discussion)
1 - Presenting a definite and argumentative opinion
i - Choose one of the following arguments:
"The Jeremy Kyle Show consistently manipulates it's working class audience by presenting a dominant ideology that the working class are stereotypically lazy, repulsive and to be laughed at. This further cultivates deeply held stereotypes and causes division in British society".
or
"The Jeremy Kyle Show presents a uniquely British form of comedy for an exclusively British audience. By using a range of character archetypes, editing techniques and subversive gratifications, The Jeremy Kyle Show is ultimately as entertaining as Westworld or Blue Planet".
ii - Register with ITV Hub, and access the Thursday 15th March episode of The Jeremy Kyle Show. (If you would prefer to work from the examples in your notes, then please just do this, though having visual prompts would be beneficial)
iii - Screencap (CMD+SHIFT+4) 20 to 30 images from a section of your choice. Remember, you will have to watch adverts, which are an integral part of the show and the industrial context in which it is made. So screencap these as well if desired. Alternatively, you can just pause at a random point of the broadcast and analyse this image.
iv - Create a shortlist of five images, and textually analyse each one in your books. Remember, the (new) golden rule is three visual and/or technical codes. It goes without saying at this point to check out the textual analysis toolkit!
v - select two audience theories that relate to the images you have selected.
vi - Write a PEA paragraph explaining how in no uncertain terms the argument you have selected is valid.
2 - Exploring context and background
Research The Jeremy Kyle Show under the following headings:
- Controversies
- Production
- Process of applying to be on the show
- Global distribution
- Marketing strategies including social media presence
- Merchandise
- Memes and audience responses
- History and key dates
- Production values including budget and shooting schedules