Section outline


  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the characteristics of superhero film genre by analysing the techniques used in these film
    • We are EXPLORING the nature of superhero film genre by researching the codes and conventions of this genre
    • We are EXPLORING the audience appeal of the superhero film genre by recognising that the demographics of the audience of these films is changing
    • We are EXPLORING the impact of superhero film genre by classifying the historical / political context the backstory used in these film
    • We are EXPLORING the success and transition of superhero film genre by conceptualising the realm of these film in popular cinema


    SUCCESS CRITERIA

    How can we identify a genre? 

    Genres can usually be identified through the sharing of common:

      Character types 

     Iconography

      Plots

      Props

      Locations 

     Music and soundtracks 

     Narratives or storyline