Question 4) Who would

be the audience for your media

product?

Age Group

• Considering that the plotline of my movie is quite complex, I do not believe that it would be appropriate for children under the age of 16. The movie contains violence, however it also presents scenes showing the state which the society are living in, which could be considered disturbing by some. With this in mind, my product would have the ‘restricted (R)’ rating. Some movies similar to mine which also share this rating are:

Blood Diamond (2006)

Gone Girl (2014) No Country For Old Men (2007)

Memento (2000)

Movie with a similar demographic: 1984

• 1984 is a dystopian drama/romance movie which revolves around a man who’s job is to re-write history rebels by falling in love, and the consequences he faces by the leader and his troops for doing so. Similarly to what I would deem an acceptable rating for my movie, 1984 has also gotten the ‘Restricted’ rating. Interestingly enough, shown by the ratings given by users of the webpage IMDB, the movie has appealed to men belonging to the age group of 30-44. However there is also quite a large amount of men between 18-29 who have also seemed to enjoy it. The lack of female support of the movie is a surprise due to the plotline revolving around a forbidden romance, with love and romance being something which tends to attract women. One reason which I believe that my media product would appeal just as much to women as it would to men would be because the plotline revolves around a female protagonist and follows her throughout the whole movie.

Who would my media product

appeal to?• After extensive research I have been able to discover what different age groups

and the genders which would be attracted to my product.

• Males: I do think that my movie would appeal to men as much as it would to women. The fact that the plotline is so unique and not many movies in the past have tackled such a topic like a dictatorship, I think men will find it new and exciting. Moreover, contrary to what many would think, I believe the fact that the main protagonist is a woman will appeal to men it would be compelling to them to see a woman take charge for a change, as well as the actress playing the female protagonist being considered attractive by members of the male audience. Finally, there is a different range of male characters in the movie that will spark an interest among the male viewers as they will be able to relate to at least one of them, if not more.

• Females: Through my understanding, females would definitely enjoy my media piece due to the plotline revolving around a woman who has become a fugitive after standing her ground and writing an article going against the mighty dictator. I believe that this will make women want to watch my movie because although this is beginning to slowly change, there is a lack of female leaders and heroes in the movie industry. Witnessing an ordinary woman, such as the protagonist carrying out an act that goes against the rules and that benefits the greater good of the citizens of Britain makes the movie an inspiration to women and somewhat allows them to relate to the struggle many women still face in everyday life due to men dominating many industries world wide.

Typical audience members who would be interested in the

movie

Male

He is between 40-50.

Extensively reads about current affairs and watches the news on a daily basis.

Listens to most genres of music besides pop/hip-hop.

Works in a sector belonging to the white collar industry.

Enjoys going to the movies frequently with his wife/girlfriend.

Attended university and got a degree in Philosophy and Politics.

Goes on vacation at least twice a year.

Attends dinners with his colleges at least once a month.

Typical audience members who would be interested in the

movie

Female

She is between 30-50.

She enjoys all different kinds of music, e.g. rock, jazz, pop, etc.

Reads a lot of books as well as articles on current affairs

Is quite successful, works a lot and enjoys her jobs.

Visits the cinema at least three times a month.

Her favorite subject in school was humanities based.

Enjoys fashion, however does not pay too much attention on what she wears.

Travels a lot and enjoys learning about other cultures.

How would your movie appeal to a younger audience?

• A way in which my media product could attract a younger audience is due to the plotline being a topic which has not been explored entirely just yet. Notably, the actors performing in the movie I would say also draw a younger audience as they too are considerably young and thus allowing the audience to relate. Ultimately, to an extent the movie reflects what could happen in the future, thus showing to the younger audience the consequences of each action that they take.