In Grand Theft Auto the connotations are- - Violence because there are images of the man with gloves and bruises on his face. The lighting is darker on his face than on hers. He has scruffy facial hair. - Sexualisation because the women are dressed up in sexual outfits. - Romance/lust because the girl is in red which means lust Note you are analysing the media language associated with the media text you must therefore also ensure that the three codes are analysed : A code is a system of signs which can be decoded to create meaning. technical codes – all to do with the way a text is technically constructed – camera angles, framing, typography etc Verbal codes – everything to do with language -either written or spoken Symbolic codes – codes that can be decoded on a mainly connotational level Editing Camera work Mise en scen e S ound
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Short synopsis There are three linear narratives that run side by side and cross over into the main narrative about Frank Underwood. He is the house majority Whip of Congress and the most powerful main character. He is portrayed as a puppet master and ruthless. He was snubbed by the President Elect that he put into power with his connections; he was used. They put a less deserving Secretary of State in his place. 'Revenge is best served cold' is his approach to handing the situation. His wife (Claire Underwood) is just as blood thirsty and ambitious. These characters are very much false heroes. The second linear story includes Zoe Barnes, who is a highly ambitious, immoral reporter who will use any means possible to further her career. She approaches Frank Underwood with a proposition that uses the media to sway public opinion. The third narrative is about Peter Russo who is a congressman who is arrest...