The first show I researched was The Truman Show since the concept of being watched my TV cameras was highly important in helping me conceive of my idea. The concept is almost a reversal of the film with the main character, Elliott being the only one aware that he is being filmed. It is somewhat similar to mine in that it is also a comedy-drama although I have many other elements I want to include in my idea.
When I thought about how I wanted the show filmed, two shows immediately came up: Spaced and Peep Show. The former was because I am a fan of the Directing style of Armando Iannucci and the quick paced camera work he is known for implementing in his work. A fast pace will also give the show a lighter tone that might somehow me swallowed up by the darker tone of the story. I also wanted to create a show that has comedy elements which will be clear in its over the top aspects.
Peep Show was influential on me because of its camera POV shots that it is often known for. This gave me the idea of including this type of camera work as his mindset becomes more erratic, leading him towards self destruction as we see how paranoid he is getting.
Because of the concept of being followed by Television cameras and the dominance of media in todays society, Big Brother and other similar reality shows were highly influential. It helped me when coming up with messages about control and watching clips also helped me to understand how much it can drive people to levels of insanity.
The concept of science fiction was also drive into my research, as this is something I have also been incorporating into my dissertation. The Twilight Zone has been useful as an example of a program that has been largely influenced by its creator, Rod Serling. It manages to show how he and the shows writers could incorporate social commentary throughout which helped to convey there own views under the guise of a popular fantasy/horror show. Besides the elements of distressing situations that occur this allows its creators to incorporate parts of their own personality into their show. Something that I have set out to do with my show.
The concept of science fiction was also drive into my research, as this is something I have also been incorporating into my dissertation. The Twilight Zone has been useful as an example of a program that has been largely influenced by its creator, Rod Serling. It manages to show how he and the shows writers could incorporate social commentary throughout which helped to convey there own views under the guise of a popular fantasy/horror show. Besides the elements of distressing situations that occur this allows its creators to incorporate parts of their own personality into their show. Something that I have set out to do with my show.
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