Key theory 7- David Gauntlet- theory of identity

key theory 7- David Gauntlet- theory of identity 
Audiences are not passive 
they can construct their own identities through media products 
subcultures 

 pick & mix theory 
audiences can pick and choose what ever they want to get out of the product and ignore other things they do not care about  

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