2. The direct eye contact connotes a sense of confidence but also
that of power and authority. Blunkett’s facial expression appears
neutral, suggesting he is private and discreet person, who gives The only use of colour is
little away. that of a light blue, this
creates connotations of
In addition, Blunkett’s
peace, however, it also
eye has been edited
used to convey freedom.
blue which contrasts
As the documentary
with the black and white
contains tapes that provide
image; this is done to
a revealing and personal
suggest he is the
insight into Blunkett’s
beholder of great
experiences as a minister
knowledge and power.
over the years. The use of
The image is unusual blue maybe reflects a
and striking, as only sense of calm and
one side of his face his reflection, as now the
displayed. This is tapes have been released;
purposefully done to the minister himself can
suggest he has a split talk more candidly to a
persona. viewing audience.displaying
However, by only
half his face this suggests
Furthermore, it also that he is only half a
connotes themes of person, whose reputation
secrecy, suggesting has been tarnished and
maybe he possesses a The image of Blunkett is presented in black and white, to reflect damaged beyond repair.
hidden agenda or holds the serious nature of the documentary. Additionally these Alternatively, it may also link
inside knowledge that colours may have been used to highlight how he is an important with this idea that he has
has not yet been figure in society, who will be remembered for many years on as been unable to rebuild
shared with the public. black and white photos are often intended to appear timeless himself following this fall from
and classic. grace.
3. The phrase ‘Drama Queen’, is used in a humorous and
mocking tone as it contrasts with this image of her
crying, implying that the reasons for her tears are trivial and
unimportant.
However, she also
This image of the appears lost in thought
Queen crying deviates suggesting she is
from the typical reflecting on the
portrayal of her in the events that brought
media, as a happy and her to this moment.
content individual. Furthermore, the
Whilst it is a rare image clearly fits with
photograph, it is used the title and the theme
to convey that all great of documentary, which
figures in society have recalls the most
to endure a degree of memorable days of
grief and sadness in her reign.
order to become
successful and strong. The channel 4 logo is
Also her facial present on all these
expression appears posters to remind viewers
pained and watch channel it is
sorrowful, suggesting on, without actually
she is struggling to The colour black is used to reflect the Queen’s mentioning it anywhere in
come to terms with the status and position in society, suggesting she is the text. As channel four is
degree of dominant figure, who plays an important role. well known institution, so
overwhelming many audiences will
sadness, which has recognise their logo.
seeped into her life
4. This image is a modern twist on traditional paintings
Overall, the image appears to depict a
seen in earlier centuries. These paintings were often
decaying and broken Britain, showcasing
used to convey a generalized image of society. The
individuals that appear to have lost all
image is in black and white to reflect the serious and
their inhabitations through these seven
important message of the show, but also to make it
deadly sins.
appear old and dated.
This negative representation of England is Each of England’s ‘seven sins’, appears to
further reinforced by another of the seven be represented by individuals within the
sins ‘binge drinking’, where a toddler in a image. However, it does work largely on
pram appears to be surrounded by adults stereotypes. The most prominent figure in
who appear carefree and unconcerned the photo is a male, wearing a Burberry cap.
over the welfare of the child. This also The use of Burberry is intended and
suggests that maybe it is ‘sins’ such as significant as it a pattern often associated
Binge drinking which have allowed us as with ‘chavs’. In addition he is also holding a
a society to lose our sense of care and drink which appears to be spilling
compassion. everywhere, conveying a sense of
carelessness but also a general lack of
respect.
5. The child appears to
display an inquisitive The image
and intrigued adopts a
look, which matches relatively clean
this idea of staying and spacious
‘curious’. layout, this
Furthermore, childre leaves audiences
n are known for with a greater
developing a sense sense of
of curiosity which intrigue, as there
drives them to are virtually no
explore new things. clues as to what
In this case the child else the
appears to be documentary
opening the lid of a might entail.
bin, in order to
discover what’s Also the title ‘Meet The Foxes’, appears more personal and
inside. intimate as it implies these animals should be viewed with a
sense of care and love, rather than with hostility. This is
unusual as often foxes are considered to be dangerous
creatures, which should not to be approached.
Furthermore, the title implies that the foxes have almost
integrated into the community, by living alongside humans in an
urban environment as opposed to their natural habitat.
