Detail the impact of new and emerging technologies on traditional news gathering and presentation practices.
Technology is changing dramatically everyday for example these days Journalist's don't have to write on a note pad or take a recorder around with them all they need now is there mobile phone. Say GOODBYE to heavy Video Cameras now you can get a video camera that only weighs 162g.
Technology is crazy these days and it's just going to get more advanced in years to come.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Technology in My Daily Life
When I sit down and think about it I reckon I'd use a lot more technology than I initially thought. You don't really think about it, at first you might but after a while you start to take these things for granted and don't really appreciate them.
Going from the time that I wake up to when I go to bed I use the lights, my hair-straightener, my iPod, my mothers car, the computers at school, sometimes the amps in the music rooms, my portable DVD-player, my stereo, sometimes my amps and sometimes I use my mobile. See? Thats not bad is it?
These things certainly do enhance my life come to think of it. I can see with the lights on. My hair wouldn't be all nice and straight when I spike it up without my straightener. And how do you expect me to piss the neighbours off so easily without my amps?!
Yes, these technologies sure do make life sweet. But what if I used up all my free-time on my mobile? What if I sat on MySpace all night every night? Would I be able to function properly as a human-being?
In my opinion internet socialising is the new MTV. Sure they use to play Marilyn Manson videos, sure they have some great shows like Jackass and..............................okay thats all I can think of. But what MTV seem to do to kids from what I have gathered is that it stopped them from thinking. Blank. Nothing. No ones home.
I do not have a MySpace account or anything like that and when I tell people I do not have one they seem shocked most of the time! How can I not have a MySpace?! I won't have to think! I won't have to have a real life! Why would I want to go to a Resistance or SA meeting when I could be on MySpace?!
Boy oh boy have they done a good job or what? They have actually dumbed down the kids so much that none of them know what I'm talking about when I say "CPRS"! The minds of most kids are in a coma.
When I sit down and think about it I reckon I'd use a lot more technology than I initially thought. You don't really think about it, at first you might but after a while you start to take these things for granted and don't really appreciate them.
Going from the time that I wake up to when I go to bed I use the lights, my hair-straightener, my iPod, my mothers car, the computers at school, sometimes the amps in the music rooms, my portable DVD-player, my stereo, sometimes my amps and sometimes I use my mobile. See? Thats not bad is it?
These things certainly do enhance my life come to think of it. I can see with the lights on. My hair wouldn't be all nice and straight when I spike it up without my straightener. And how do you expect me to piss the neighbours off so easily without my amps?!
Yes, these technologies sure do make life sweet. But what if I used up all my free-time on my mobile? What if I sat on MySpace all night every night? Would I be able to function properly as a human-being?
In my opinion internet socialising is the new MTV. Sure they use to play Marilyn Manson videos, sure they have some great shows like Jackass and..............................okay thats all I can think of. But what MTV seem to do to kids from what I have gathered is that it stopped them from thinking. Blank. Nothing. No ones home.
I do not have a MySpace account or anything like that and when I tell people I do not have one they seem shocked most of the time! How can I not have a MySpace?! I won't have to think! I won't have to have a real life! Why would I want to go to a Resistance or SA meeting when I could be on MySpace?!
Boy oh boy have they done a good job or what? They have actually dumbed down the kids so much that none of them know what I'm talking about when I say "CPRS"! The minds of most kids are in a coma.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Post 1- News Media Industry
The News Media Industry is very large and has many different Catorgry's involved such as:
Newspaper, Radio, Television, News, Internet and also Entertainment news all of these still tell us what's happening in the world just in different ways like Newspapers and the Internet you have to read where Radio, Television, News and Entertainment news you ethier watch and listen or just listen.
The News Media Industry basiclly tells us what's happening in our society and also what's happening around the world.
That's what i belive the News Media Industry is all about.
Newspaper, Radio, Television, News, Internet and also Entertainment news all of these still tell us what's happening in the world just in different ways like Newspapers and the Internet you have to read where Radio, Television, News and Entertainment news you ethier watch and listen or just listen.
The News Media Industry basiclly tells us what's happening in our society and also what's happening around the world.
That's what i belive the News Media Industry is all about.
"News Media Industry"
Post1- "News Media Industry"
By Rebecca Lang
News Media Industry refers to mass media. It's main focus is to present to its viewers the most current news and events. There are 3 types of news media, print media (newspapers, magazines), broadcast media (radio stations, television stations, television networks), and internet-based media (world wide web pages, weblogs).
Postcode Patriotism- Youth gangs
Would you get your phone number tattooed on you? How about your tax file number? Or maybe your postcode? Sounds ridiculous, yes, but sadly, young males are branding themselves with four digit codes relevant to their place of residence. "What is the point?" you may ask, and indeed it does seem pointless act, but in the minds of these youth, all they really want is to belong.
Youth gangs, gang culture and gang activity in the Illawarra area is steadily on the rise. In recent years, the postcode patriotism has drawn large scale media attention, which unfortunately has done little more than make the gangs feel glorified and inflate their already exaggerated egos. These gangs draw their inspiration from notorious postcode gangs, the most well known of these being the Maroubra "Bra boys" and their three infamous leaders, the Abberton Brothers- Jai, Koby and Sunny. Like the "Bra boys", many of the Illawarra's youth gangs, particularly from the northern suburbs, base their ideals and activities around beach and surf culture.
Youth gangs generally consist of young males who range in age from about 16 up to 24, but can also have a following of females, who believe it a novelty to be in with this crowd. More often than not, they are involved with the members of these crowds purely out of sexual interest, or romantic desire. Members of these youth gangs usually come from a low socio economic background, or simply just aspire to be part of the crowd.
Often, gangs are divided on the basis of their different postcodes, and are frequently involved in violent confrontations with members of opposing groups. A good example of this is the rivalry between the "17 Soulja's" commonly known as the "Woonona Boys" and the "2516 Bulli BEAF" also known as the "Bulli Boys". The groups and their members glorify themselves mainly by use of public internet sites such as Facebook and Myspace, and attempt to intimidate rival groups by posting pictures depicting members holding different weapons and their v
arious "tough" looking tattoos. Another way in which different groups like to compete and draw attention to themselves is through vandalism. They "tag" property with their various slogans and postcodes to assert dominance.
I personally believe that these youth express an underlying desire to belong and be part of "that crowd", and they are willing to go to lengths to feel included. If tattooing your body with your postcodes and symbols of "pride", and resorting to violence and crime is the way to do this, then this is what they will do. I believe this behaviour is quite excessive, and really just shows how weak these males are in succumbing to peer pressure. It is a ridiculous imitation of of the "Bra boys" and American gang culture, and is an unneccessary source of crime and worry for the police.
Unfortunately, as gang culture is glorified more and more through the media, with books and films made by the "Bra Boys", Television series such as "underbelly" and constant films depicting American gang culture, the number and threat of these gangs will continue to rise. There really needs to be a tougher crackdown on youth gangs to avoid escalated levels of crime and violence within our communities.
I feel that youth gangs such as the "2516 Bulli BEAF", "17 souljas", "dapto wolfpack", "Figi boys" and all the rest should not be encouraged. The gangs are groups of unimaginative youths with a lack of self confidence who develop a patriotic attitude toward the supposed supremacy of their suburbs in an attempt for power, pride and belonging.
Bree Wilkinson
Would you get your phone number tattooed on you? How about your tax file number? Or maybe your postcode? Sounds ridiculous, yes, but sadly, young males are branding themselves with four digit codes relevant to their place of residence. "What is the point?" you may ask, and indeed it does seem pointless act, but in the minds of these youth, all they really want is to belong.Youth gangs, gang culture and gang activity in the Illawarra area is steadily on the rise. In recent years, the postcode patriotism has drawn large scale media attention, which unfortunately has done little more than make the gangs feel glorified and inflate their already exaggerated egos. These gangs draw their inspiration from notorious postcode gangs, the most well known of these being the Maroubra "Bra boys" and their three infamous leaders, the Abberton Brothers- Jai, Koby and Sunny. Like the "Bra boys", many of the Illawarra's youth gangs, particularly from the northern suburbs, base their ideals and activities around beach and surf culture.
Youth gangs generally consist of young males who range in age from about 16 up to 24, but can also have a following of females, who believe it a novelty to be in with this crowd. More often than not, they are involved with the members of these crowds purely out of sexual interest, or romantic desire. Members of these youth gangs usually come from a low socio economic background, or simply just aspire to be part of the crowd.
Often, gangs are divided on the basis of their different postcodes, and are frequently involved in violent confrontations with members of opposing groups. A good example of this is the rivalry between the "17 Soulja's" commonly known as the "Woonona Boys" and the "2516 Bulli BEAF" also known as the "Bulli Boys". The groups and their members glorify themselves mainly by use of public internet sites such as Facebook and Myspace, and attempt to intimidate rival groups by posting pictures depicting members holding different weapons and their v
arious "tough" looking tattoos. Another way in which different groups like to compete and draw attention to themselves is through vandalism. They "tag" property with their various slogans and postcodes to assert dominance.I personally believe that these youth express an underlying desire to belong and be part of "that crowd", and they are willing to go to lengths to feel included. If tattooing your body with your postcodes and symbols of "pride", and resorting to violence and crime is the way to do this, then this is what they will do. I believe this behaviour is quite excessive, and really just shows how weak these males are in succumbing to peer pressure. It is a ridiculous imitation of of the "Bra boys" and American gang culture, and is an unneccessary source of crime and worry for the police.
Unfortunately, as gang culture is glorified more and more through the media, with books and films made by the "Bra Boys", Television series such as "underbelly" and constant films depicting American gang culture, the number and threat of these gangs will continue to rise. There really needs to be a tougher crackdown on youth gangs to avoid escalated levels of crime and violence within our communities.
I feel that youth gangs such as the "2516 Bulli BEAF", "17 souljas", "dapto wolfpack", "Figi boys" and all the rest should not be encouraged. The gangs are groups of unimaginative youths with a lack of self confidence who develop a patriotic attitude toward the supposed supremacy of their suburbs in an attempt for power, pride and belonging.
Bree Wilkinson
Monday, March 15, 2010
"GANGTSA BRO"
A gang is a group of people who, through the organization, formation, and establishment of an assemblage, share a common identity...." Now google's definition of a "gang" makes them sound harmless but, to the average 16-25 year old person, a gang is more threatening then a google definition.
"2526", "2500", "2528", "Bulli Boys", "Berry Boys", "Turk Boys", "Figi Boys", "Oak Flats Elite". These are all examples of mindless teenagers trying to be big, strong, tough men, when in actual fact the majority are "mummies boys" who are just following the crowd.
And as for the chicks or "groupies" that follow these gangs they are generally nothing more than "skanks" who feel tough because they're going out with "one of da boiz". These young women and men get high or sell drugs every day. They sell weed, ice or cocaine to make a living and are probably going to be doing that for the rest of their lives.
Some of these people may actually grow a mind and "snap out of this phase" as some parents might say, but by the time that happens it is too late and they may have had a child and stuffed up their education anyway. All because they were too worried about what their "brothaz" might think. Ridiculious huh?
And I've gotta ask, where the hell are the parents of these children? Why are they letting them roam the streets at all hours of the night, do drugs, and in general just make a nuisance of themselves? These so called "parents" are either doing the same thing (so they probably see no harm in what their children are doing) or are just not able to manage their offspring's recklessness. They need to get it together and get some control - of themselves and of their kids!
(Note: this article is not an example of ALL gangs, just the ones who act like this. No offence intended)
Monday, March 1, 2010
David Stratton (Fails at life) :P
Mao's Last Dancer (review of a review)
By Rebecca Lang
This review of Mao's Last Dancer by David Stratton is pretty much just a replay of the movie (though it does not go into detail and give away the ending).
For the first four paragraphs of the review, it only really states what actually happens in the movie. Though in the last two paragraphs there are actually David's thoughts in regard to the movie, which to me came across as though he wasn't really paying attention to the story line of the movie opposed to being stubborn and picky with the actors chosen. Which I thought was just silly considering that it was an emotional roller coaster from my perspective.
We felt sorry for him, we cried for him and then for a finale we applauded because he was finally getting his family back after being put in a position of not being able to see his loved ones for several years.
I really like this movie and would recommend it to anyone who loves to laugh, cry, and applaud, all in the space of 2 hours.
See the review at: http://www.abc.net.au/atthemovies/txt/s2671834.htm
New Moon- A non teenage-girl perspective
Review of Vicky Roach's review by Bree Wilkinson
"New Moon brings the limitations of Stephenie Meyer's teenage vampire romance into sharp relief."
After sifting through many reviews, this opening sentence provides a refreshing burst in a sea of monotony. It draws me in immediately, and after the first few paragraphs, I am already laughing out loud after her witty comments about the horrible diologue, and lead actor Kirsten Stewart, being "damaged goods" a claim with which I can strongly agree.
But don't get me wrong, I myself am a bit of a sucker (no pun intended) for the vampire romance, but it is hard to ignore the obvious flaws in the movie, which are pointed out so cleverly by Vicky Roach. I personally find this blog well written, maybe because it generally is, or possibly because I empathise with the reviewer's distaste for the highly irritating Kirsten Stewart, or the statements made implying that Taylor Lautner and his super-ripped muscles bring "energy" to the film.
The wit, humour and perspective presented in this review seperate it from conventional film reviews, as well as differentiating it from news stories. The personal opinion added is used simply to give the author's opinion as well as get a reaction, as opposed to a news story, where the aim is to persuade the reader of a certain ideal.
I enjoyed this film review immensly for the way it criticises the film, although if I were to review New Moon, my teenage girl instincts would take over and I would become completely oblivious to any flaws when met with Taylor Lautner's perfectly sculpted body.
Blake John Rigby
We sit down on the slightly-overused, but otherwise comfy, beanbags in the far end of the TAFE library. It's a Tuesday afternoon, and the first lesson of " Media and Journalism". The class has been paired off to casually interview other members. I am sitting with my new-found friend Natasha, and two other class members who I am yet to meet, Blake and Jake.We prepare ourselves to ask questions about each other, and at first it is slightly awkward, which is only to be expected. "So" I inquire as an attempt to break the ice " If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take 5 things, what would you take?" this seems to have the desired effect. Before long we are chatting, with the standardised questions "where are you from?", "what school do you go to?" and other trivial things. Soon, I begin to take notes on Blake Rigby, and form a brief overview of himself and his life.
Blake Rigby was born on October 26, 1993. Not to be confused with his best mate Jake, he is in year 11 at Figtree High School. Blake started his schooling at Mt. St. Thomas primary school, and this year, Blake will be taking Business studies, Work studies, SLR, Photography, English and software & design. Blake explains work studies is his favourite subject, simply because "it's easy". He has also started studying the "media and journalism" course at wollongong TAFE, to "get out of doing geography".
Blake lives in Mount St Thomas, and plays Soccer as a goalkeeper at Wollongong Olympic. His main hobby is Soccer, but he is also partial to a bit of rugby league and cricket, and according to his best friend Jake, he "plays a lot of X-box". Blake supports two teams; Manchester city and the Penrith Panthers as far as Rugby goes.
He lives with his 13 year old brother, his mum, pet dog and 2 birds which he apparently "doesn't pay much attention to". Blake's taste in music is a broad "anything but heavy metal". He has never been overseas, but is hoping to travel when he turns 18. After travelling, he is unsure what he wants to do with his life.
In regards to popular fiction, Blake enjoys watching comedy films such as "Step brothers" and "Role Models". Blake hates reading, and it is obvious after asking him about his favourite novel, that he hates it with a passion.
Spiritually, Blake does not believe in God, or in any other greater force. He simply states that "when you die, you go underground".Blake has also developed an immense fear of snakes, after being chased by one in is early childhood, yet he is not afraid of heights, or spiders for that matter.
Through observing and interviewing Jake for 15 minutes, It is clear that Blake is a guy that loves his sport and Xbox. He is easygoing and friendly, and although not entirely sure what path he wants to take in life, it is clear that he has an exciting future ahead of him.
We sit down on the slightly-overused, but otherwise comfy, beanbags in the far end of the TAFE library. It's a Tuesday afternoon, and the first lesson of " Media and Journalism". The class has been paired off to casually interview other members. I am sitting with my new-found friend Natasha, and two other class members who I am yet to meet, Blake and Jake.We prepare ourselves to ask questions about each other, and at first it is slightly awkward, which is only to be expected. "So" I inquire as an attempt to break the ice " If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take 5 things, what would you take?" this seems to have the desired effect. Before long we are chatting, with the standardised questions "where are you from?", "what school do you go to?" and other trivial things. Soon, I begin to take notes on Blake Rigby, and form a brief overview of himself and his life.
Blake Rigby was born on October 26, 1993. Not to be confused with his best mate Jake, he is in year 11 at Figtree High School. Blake started his schooling at Mt. St. Thomas primary school, and this year, Blake will be taking Business studies, Work studies, SLR, Photography, English and software & design. Blake explains work studies is his favourite subject, simply because "it's easy". He has also started studying the "media and journalism" course at wollongong TAFE, to "get out of doing geography".
Blake lives in Mount St Thomas, and plays Soccer as a goalkeeper at Wollongong Olympic. His main hobby is Soccer, but he is also partial to a bit of rugby league and cricket, and according to his best friend Jake, he "plays a lot of X-box". Blake supports two teams; Manchester city and the Penrith Panthers as far as Rugby goes.
He lives with his 13 year old brother, his mum, pet dog and 2 birds which he apparently "doesn't pay much attention to". Blake's taste in music is a broad "anything but heavy metal". He has never been overseas, but is hoping to travel when he turns 18. After travelling, he is unsure what he wants to do with his life.
In regards to popular fiction, Blake enjoys watching comedy films such as "Step brothers" and "Role Models". Blake hates reading, and it is obvious after asking him about his favourite novel, that he hates it with a passion.
Spiritually, Blake does not believe in God, or in any other greater force. He simply states that "when you die, you go underground".Blake has also developed an immense fear of snakes, after being chased by one in is early childhood, yet he is not afraid of heights, or spiders for that matter.
Through observing and interviewing Jake for 15 minutes, It is clear that Blake is a guy that loves his sport and Xbox. He is easygoing and friendly, and although not entirely sure what path he wants to take in life, it is clear that he has an exciting future ahead of him.
"Memiors of a geisha" - Review from an western point of view.
Edward Darell who reviewed the film 'Memoirs of a geisha' seems very well opinionated and biased towards what he believes geisha's to be about classing them as 'prostitutes', rather then knowing the facts and going upon how geisha's are portrayed to the western eye.
I have done alot of research upon this topic seeing as i became interested in the traditional way of a Geisha's customs and cultures after seeing this film and although I had the same opion as Edward at the start abnout what i claimed Geisha's to be all about ; mainly being high class prostitutes , after watching this film I then read the actual novel that was the based upon the truth of this film under the same name. I then then figured out not long after this film was solely based upon to entertain the audience it originally intended to , and to entice them into the world of the unknown Geisha known as Sayuri. The 'real' novel which this movie was based upon told a completely different story to how the geisha life is really led.
I had been originally looking forward to viewing this film seeing as Rob Marshall was typecast as the director and Pultizer winner Doug White to co-write the script.
After a short introduction into Edwards own personal experiences , as he views to the readers how he views Geisha's life from his his point of view and deciphers the actors that are used to portray the characters in the film based on the novel. He refers to the main character who i believed to be a perfect fit as the 'bad' girl Hatsumomo is an actor of only an Kmart romance novel/ tv quality. Although i agree when he disputes that some if not all the actors who play the characters in the film are poorly developed . I disagree with this fact as I believe not all are poorly cast into the characters roles as i believe Ziyi Zang is the perfect fit as the blue eyed Asian girl who was picked from the slums into the elusive world of the Geisha , and becomes world known and the best Geisha of her generation. Although I agree with him once more when he agures that this film is based upon Japanese culture amongst the 1940's , that Japenese actors should have been used to act within the film when actually all Chinese actors were typecast into the lead roles.
I once more agree when he discusses that the film could have dealt and posed more important questions such as how could a female handle being a geisha in the ever changing society of the 1960's? but thanks to Rob Marshalls cinetomography teciques i got lost in my train of thoughts and just sat back and enjoyed the beautiful sceneray in which this movie was set in. I disagree with how Edward believes that the haiku-like performances shown throughout the film have all the depth of a "Confucius say" joke , but i believe the way the dance performances are performed through ut the films running bring the depth that the film unfortunality lacked during some apsects including the poor dialect spoken by the Chinese actors trying to perfect the Japenese accent.
I do recommend seeing this film as i rather enjoyed it but do remember most of it is based upon of truth so with the whole elusive world of the geisha when it comes to being opinated about their way of life that has almost distergrated into our society of today , the old saying comes into play of ' Never judge a book by its cover'.
I do recommend seeing this film as i rather enjoyed it but do remember most of it is based upon of truth so with the whole elusive world of the geisha when it comes to being opinated about their way of life that has almost distergrated into our society of today , the old saying comes into play of ' Never judge a book by its cover'.
By Emily Treglown
Twiligh Review :)
The movie Twlight is a dull adaptation of Stephany Meyer's book of the same title.
In this movie, a "vegetarian" vampire falls in love with a 'normal' girl.
This supposed 'teen romance' was more like a lullaby as the sleepy cinematography and the lack of action and engaging plot put me right to sleep.
Kirsten Stuart plays a very unlikable Isabel Swan, while Robert Patterson (Edward) is barely passable as eye-candy. Patterson and Stuart had some obvious chemistry the relationship between the vampire and Isabel was un-interesting to say the least.
Stephany Meyer's concept of sparkling vampires did not translate well with the director going for a more subtle romantic view on vampires.
The soft core view of vampires, while popular with teenybopper audiences, could not translate to a broader audience.
For now sparkly, friendly vampires are the new thing but I predict this will fizzle out in the near future.
Even the soundtrack for the movie fails miserably. The movie had many opportunities to be made tolerable through the soundtrack but the directer opted for more mainstream, similarly dull music.
The whole movie is almost like a dark joke, hanging a glimpse of action and excitement just out of arms length like a lion (Edward) playing with its prey (Bella and perhaps all of us movie goers) and just letting it go.
Twilight has to get some applause though as the intended audience has fell head over heals with the characters and story line. There was some promise for the movie but the director played it safe, appealing to a softer, younger, more malleable audience.
All in all, this movie was mushy, poorly adapted for a film and mildly entertaining only because of the terrible acting.
By Sophiee
State Of Play
By Hayley SpeechleyThe film "State of Play" stars an ageing Journalist (Russel Crowe) and a rising Congressman (Ben Affleck) who previously share friendship.
This friendship begins to re ignite as Stephen Collins (Congressman) becomes the key link to a series of suspicious events.
Nearing Collins presidential peak, his assistant (also secretly his mistress) is viciously murdered. This is when bitter fact begins to seep through the to the surface and then bends Collin's original game plan.
The film continues by unfolding this 'series of suspicious events' which have called for excessive heated commotion and difficult decision making. All this heated commotion has resulted in Collin's being put under pressure and is being viewed closely by the public eye. This is when the truth is unfolded and after where incorrect fact and unwanted opinion has previously positioned them, Washington insiders come to a conclusion.
In conclusion, the director of "State of Play", Kevin MacDonald, has put together a well structured film and represents his ideas and emotion successfully through the dialogue and camera techniques, which presents his movie as a sucessful one.
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