Within our recent Media Studies lesson, we have been analysing the significance of editing and it's effect it has on the representation of characters, namely the Doctor's previous companion: Martha. Moreover, the use of editing is subtly impactful on the ways in which gender is portrayed, and it's effect on the audience's perceptions of the various characters such as Martha and the mysterious 'Master'. The clip, used in a previous OCR Media Studies AS exam, can be found below:
Copyright Disclaimer: I do not own the following footage; it is being used for educational purposes.
There are various techniques that have been used that affect the portrayal of the characters within the clip. These include the following:-
1)Eyeline Match (Intercutting)-
-Eyeline level with family members- connotes the respect/equality- establishes her importance
-Vulnerability, looking to others for help- female
2)SRS-
-Reaction of laughing to Master's cruel words shows her strength of character
-HA/LA Shots reinforces vulnerability
-Martha however still appears to be in position of authority
3)Fade Out/In Flashback-
-Two strong female characters- equal status
-Symbolic of female power
4)Motivation-
-Fighting back- begins to dominate narrative- position of strength
5) Prevalence-
-More screen time, increases importance and status
Overall, this analysis has helped me to understand the fundamental role of editing within a text and, applied to my coursework, shows how editing can be used effectively to influence the audience's perception of characters within our thriller film. Editing, I've learnt, is of paramount importance...
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