Not sure what to watch over the Xmas break?

Well, don't worry because Andy Wallis (Head of Media Studies @ The Ringwood School) has got you covered. Check out his list of films to watch over the holidays!

From the list the following three films are absolute musts, IMO.

• The Magnificent Seven
• Amelie
• Alien

Enjoy and to all of you, have a very merry Christmas!

Mr. M and the rest of the Media Studies team.

We Didn't Start The Fire

A2: Deadlines post-Xmas break!

To be completed and evidenced on blog:

• All research for video-based production - complete; no gaps
• All planning for video-based production - complete; no gaps with feedback and your reflection written up
• All research and planning for ancillary texts - complete; no gaps

• Either - a rough cut of your production or one complete ancillary text

Your progress will be reviewed with Mr. M. during the first 2/3 lessons after the Christmas break.

Have a great Christmas one and all!
Mr. M.

AS: Homework: Media Ownership: Convergence and Expansion

Read the following article: Media Ownership: Convergence and Expansion - located on the VLE.

Make notes and bring them to the first lesson back with Mr. M.

Weekly Challenge - 5

Weekly Challenge 5: Camera/Mise-en-scene - Colour has become a key tool in film and TV to: create meaning; establish mood; establish character or emotions; or set an aesthetic tone. 


Find and discuss in detail the use of colour in one Film or TV show. If possible provide a clip or screen grab to illustrate your discussion.


As this is a more in depth challenge please submit your response by Friday 7th January 2011.