Monday, 24 September 2012

Research and Planning - Audience Theories

Hypodermic needle theory



This theory suggests the messages of the film go directly into the audience's brain.

Cultivation theory



High exposure to television causes a change in viewers perception of reality.

Desensitisation



The more a person is exposed to something, the less sensitive they become to it.

Modelling or copycat theory



The actions in the film/game will be copied by the audience.

Uses and gratifications

Users search for specific media outlets for gratification. For example: searching for social media to prevent loneliness.

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