Narrative and representation

Narrative and representation 

Narrative- the way in which a story is told 
(do not use 'plot' or 'story' unless you talking about the general over view)
Narrative in media is everything, its all parts that tell a story
Ideology- the beliefs and values of the producer
Dominant ideology- an ideology that is widely believed in the public.  

 Christopher Booker- 7 types of story 

  • Overcoming the monster
  • Rags to riches
  • The quest
  • Voyage and return 
  • Comedy 
  • Tragedy 
  • Rebirth 






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