Media Theories

Let's dive into the world of media theories and see which one fits our film opening concept. After going through all of them, the theory that most resonated with me best was Active Audience Theory.

Basically, it states that we, as the audience, are not just passive spectators glued to a screen. In reality, we are active participants in the film. We all have our own unique backgrounds, experiences, and personal filters through which we understand the world. Our brains are always engaging with the information it is presented with.

I've been to the movies with people several times, and typically, everyone leaves interpreting the movie a little differently than the others. One might have a few tears in their eyes, another is just serious, and another might be a little annoyed or mad. This is all due to how we each personally relate to the events on the screen.

In our "He Didn't Get In/She Got In" coming-of-age drama, we will try to not tell the audience what to think. Instead, we will develop the story so that the viewers can relate to the characters in their own personal way. We will be sure to include moments with open-ended plot situations.

So, I guess this is a long way to say (or remind you) that as we start to work on our two-minute film opening, remember something critically important: we're counting on you not just to sit back and watch, but to actively participate and bring your own experiences into our film. Active Audience Theory is all about engagement.