Speaking as an individual, I can safely say that I have always been captivated by television. I can remember so clearly the television programs I watched as a child, and as I grew up my fondness of television has always remained. One of the key factors that drew me to this course at the RSAMD was the fact that it would give me the ability to study and create not only film but also television.
This course has defiantly increased my knowledge of the history of the television industry. Before this module I was slightly unaware of how television has evolved over the years. However I can now see that it is extremely important to look back at the successful TV programs made in the past in order to create and fully appreciate television made in the future.
It has been interesting to explore the important role television has on the individual and also society as a whole. The debate that took place last week was a great method to explore the importance of TV and the powerful effects that this medium possesses.
This module has made me think about the television industry and the objectives that should be achieved my each and every program shown on the 5 core channels, these being to “Inform, educate and entertain.” It is also interesting to learn about the role TV plays in modern life and they ways in which television is evolving to keep up with the modern viewer, such as iplayer and sky+. I appreciate this module as I have been opened up to many genres of programs that I would not typically have watched such as The Shield, I Love Lucy and most recently, The Secret Diary of a Call Girl, and for that I am very grateful.
Overall I think that this module has really highlighted the significance that television has on our lives. It is an easily accessible medium that can be enjoyed by almost everyone. It is an extremely powerful tool that should not be considered second rate in comparison with cinema.
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