AS Film Studies:
Exam Preparation
Section A:
Producers & Audiences
Knowledge of at least two blockbuster / Franchise films Knowledge of at least one independent low budget film Knowledge of one Hollywood star (films, career, star value)
Hollywood studio system 40’s – 50’s Stars during this period, signed to a particular studio Fandom, star web-sites, impact on stars through the internet, information available on starts today, old system studios had more control over stars and the information available. Audience figures then and now, audience today holding steady, not in decline. Hollywood domination, use the BFI yearbook on the blog and what is on at your local cinema. Hollywood financial power (franchise, promotion, merchandise) If a question on British film industry discuss lack of investment, marketing opportunities, lack of promotion of British films on T.V and other media. Not financially viable to screen in towns and cities like Great Yarmouth. How many screens showing British films compared to American big budget films. Information on how internet has allowed for growth of small independent film makers. Mention that film is not just about making profit, it is about job opportunities and getting experience in the trade. There are a couple of articles on the blog which discuss this.