Chapter 8
Different Programme Styles
Before going on, it’s worth spending a moment considering how the scene assembly techniques that we have examined so far are modified when they are used in different programme genres.
In this chapter, I consider the stylistic differences between:
- 8.1 Comedy Shows
- 8.2 Panel and Game Shows
- 8.3 Interviews and Chat Shows
- 8.4 Documentaries
- 8.5 Trailers and Promotions
- 8.6 Key Points—Different Programme Styles
8.1 Comedy Shows
Comedy, even more than straight drama, relies on a series of actions and reactions. I have already talked about custard pies, but you can also think of these actions and reactions like a game of tennis, of repeating serves and returns, all of which have to be seen. Imagine how much less interesting ...
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