Claire Mortimer Livres

Focusing on essential topics, this illustrated textbook aids students in their independent study for the WJEC AS in Media Studies. It provides in-depth exploration of key concepts, enhancing understanding and engagement with the subject matter.

AS & A2 Media Studies: The Essential Revision Guide for AQA is a comprehensively updated new edition offering advice and guidance to help students pass AS and A2 Media Studies. Written by a team of experienced teachers and examiners, the book offers clear and engaging pathways through all the areas covered in the Media Studies curriculum, providing students with: - Revision Activities - Exam Tips and reminders - Definitions of key terms - Past paper questions - References to examiners reports. The authors also offer essential background information to help Media Studies students understand wider contexts and theoretical perspectives, as well as giving the lowdown on how exams are marked, how to manage self-study and approaching final examinations.

Exploring the evolution of romantic comedy, this book delves into the social and cultural influences that have shaped significant trends within the genre. It highlights pivotal moments and shifts, providing insight into how societal changes have impacted the development of romantic narratives in film and literature. Through a detailed analysis, the work offers a comprehensive understanding of the genre's dynamics and its enduring appeal.

Focusing on the representation of ageing actresses in British cinema, this book explores the evolution of female characters from the 1930s to today. It examines how figures like Maggie Smith and Sybil Thorndike reflect societal views on ageing femininity, contrasting British cinema's development with Hollywood's portrayals. Through analyses of films such as Blithe Spirit and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, it contextualizes these characters within historical events, including the Second World War and the women's movement. Claire Mortimer, a film historian, authored this insightful work.

A guide for the WJEC A2 Media Studies syllabus. It deals with the areas such as: Research and Production Skills; Passing MS3: Media Investigation and Production; Developing Textual Analysis; Issues and Debates; and, Passing MS4: Media - Text, Industry and Audience.

This title examines what it really means to study film, encouraging the reader to question the dominant theories as well as understanding the key approaches to cinema. The book provides an overview of the construction of film studies and examines the application of theories to film texts.