Reality TV
GCSE Media Assessment
Vs.
Alex Langley
Reality TV
Reality TV is a genre of programmes which are generally unscripted, show actual events, feature ordinary people, and in some reality TV, individuals are set in abnormal locations and situations.
Although reality TV has been a feature of TV channels from its early years, it has only been in the last handful of years that it has really hooked the nation right into it. It forms entertaining shows to entertain and engross the public eye whilst remaining low cost to produce. Though is reality TV fair?
In many cases, individuals are humiliated and poked fun at by the programme makers and the viewers. Though in true voyeuristic fashion, what's better that sitting at home in a warm comfy chair and poking fun at someone who may be less adequate that yourself? This is why it makes such great viewing, because it is in the human nature to get pleasure out of other people's conflict and negativity.
There are many examples of reality TV, these may include Big Brother, I'm a celebrity get me out of here, Wife Swap, Super nanny, Rule the roost and many more.
In this essay, I am focusing on the reality TV documentary, Wife Swap. The concept of Wife Swap is intended to allow two wives to swap homes and families for 10 days in order to learn from their experience. I will be analysing its techniques and format which make it such a popular show.
The episode I will be analysing in detail features the Spry's (Emma, Colin and two children), a diligent, ambitious, hard working family. It will also feature the Bardsley's (Lizzy, Mark and eight children), a down-at-heel, unkempt northern family living on benefits.
As the programme gets underway, it instantly begins in a succession of intelligent techniques. The programme makers deliberately use a broad assortment of expertise to interest the millions watching their programme.
GCSE Media Assessment
Vs.
Alex Langley
Reality TV
Reality TV is a genre of programmes which are generally unscripted, show actual events, feature ordinary people, and in some reality TV, individuals are set in abnormal locations and situations.
Although reality TV has been a feature of TV channels from its early years, it has only been in the last handful of years that it has really hooked the nation right into it. It forms entertaining shows to entertain and engross the public eye whilst remaining low cost to produce. Though is reality TV fair?
In many cases, individuals are humiliated and poked fun at by the programme makers and the viewers. Though in true voyeuristic fashion, what's better that sitting at home in a warm comfy chair and poking fun at someone who may be less adequate that yourself? This is why it makes such great viewing, because it is in the human nature to get pleasure out of other people's conflict and negativity.
There are many examples of reality TV, these may include Big Brother, I'm a celebrity get me out of here, Wife Swap, Super nanny, Rule the roost and many more.
In this essay, I am focusing on the reality TV documentary, Wife Swap. The concept of Wife Swap is intended to allow two wives to swap homes and families for 10 days in order to learn from their experience. I will be analysing its techniques and format which make it such a popular show.
The episode I will be analysing in detail features the Spry's (Emma, Colin and two children), a diligent, ambitious, hard working family. It will also feature the Bardsley's (Lizzy, Mark and eight children), a down-at-heel, unkempt northern family living on benefits.
As the programme gets underway, it instantly begins in a succession of intelligent techniques. The programme makers deliberately use a broad assortment of expertise to interest the millions watching their programme.