Cinema and New Technology

AS Film Studies

FM2 Producers and Audiences

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Aims and Outcomes

For students to research and discuss the impacts of media technology on the cinema audience and industry

By the end of the lesson students should be able to:

List some of the challenges that have faced cinema over the years;

Discuss the unique attractions of the cinema experience;

Evaluate the impact of media technologies on cinema attendance.

The Vue Cinema in Norwich adult tickets cost £8 (£9.50 for an upgraded seat). Add in popcorn, parking, soft drinks, pick N mix - you are talking about a £25 expense for two people to see a film that you might not even like or enjoy.

Make a list:

What is the attraction of seeing a film in a cinema?

What is cinema's USP (Unique Selling Point)?

What do you think are the biggest threats to cinema?

In your opinion has cinema done enough

to fight off the competition?

What more could it do?

Quick Research Activity:

What is the UK Digital Screen Network?

What are the aims of the Network?

Is the Network good for young film-makers? Give reasons for your answer