This document outlines questions about how a game show uses various technical elements like camerawork, sound, and editing to build tension and excitement. It also asks about the narrative structure of the show, how it reflects the values of its network or producers, and how it attracts its target audience. Finally, it prompts discussing the role of the host and representation of social groups in the show and how relevant entertainment theories could be applied.
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Questions to deconstruct a game show
1. 1. How does the camerawork/mise-en-scene/sound/editing help
to develop tension and excitement?
2. What can you say about the narrative structure of the show?
3. How does the show reflect the values of the institution?
4. How does the show attract its target audience?
5. What can you say about the role of the host?
6. How are different social groups represented?
7. How does can you apply relevant theory to this show (Dyer,
Levi-Strauss, Barthes)?
Deconstructing a Game Show