The media has a huge impact on our major decisions and opinions. Though we may not realize it, we are constantly being persuaded and influenced by what we see on programs and the news in specific. Who knows who would be in power if it weren’t for the media exposing both their flaws and perfections? I will focus on the news and its affect on our psyches. The news takes advantage of people who may be ignorant on an issue and exposes them to lies. I will explain this further. Since these people do no know any better, they simply absorb all of the deceitfulness that is pitched to them.
The portrayal that the media displays for our world’s condition varies from broadcast to broadcast. On one occasion they might focus on a killing spree or the war in Iraq. However, the next day they will mention a murder and then put all of their attention on basket making or a new diet pill that “really works”. I prefer that the news discuss the serious and important issues in the world. If we want entertainment or crafts, we will turn to another channel. Many early morning news shows forget their purposes. They are concerned about ratings so they try to make it more positive. However, the grim truth of it is that most of the important news is negative. Also they should be aware about dismissing serious crimes. The order that they broadcast the news is important. This gives people a mixed message about the state of our world. Its almost saying we’re all going to die, but you can be skinny when it happens.
The media also influences our political decisions. They love to expose scandals and publicize them. This can be a benefit because this makes us more cautious about whom we decide to put into power. However, opinions can get in the way of facts. There is a difference between stating negative facts and slander. Gullible people will listen to the slander and may base their decisions on lies, which could affect the future of our country. The media also arouses questions that never would have been asked. This isn’t always bad thing, but it is when questioning a person’s morale. If a good person continues to be questioned, they become untrustworthy and rumors begin to spread very quickly. This could ruin a person’s reputation. This is another example of he media’s weight and how it could change our views and make us more cynical than necessary.
What makes a good film is a diverse crew all determined to produce a single magnificent product. A great director is necessary in order to make the film come to life. They tell the actors how they should play their roles and tell the crew what they should be doing. They also provide suggestions for camera angles and other cinematography. Without a good director, one can only produce a mediocre film. Directors also keep the crew in order and must be strict in his directing and cannot let the cast or crew slack off.
The next component of making a good film is having good actors. Without actors, film would not be possible. Actors are the heart of the film. They display their emotions and with assistance from the director, portray their characters in a variety of different manners. Great actors make the viewers feel as if they can relate to the movie. Though directors do tell them how they should act, actors must be able to bring their characters to life and make the audience hate, love, trust or mistrust them.
Another aspect of a good film is the crew. I have mentioned them briefly, but they are essential. They may not play a part in the acting or directing, but the movie couldn’t be produced without make- up people or cameramen. I am talking about the people’s names that roll by quickly during the credits. Each one of them is very important and deserve acknowledgement for their dedication to the film. If all of these workers are in place, a very intriguing and interesting movie should be produced.
The media is a very powerful force that affects every person in America to some degree. It involves everything we see on television and all of the music we hear. It can be either a positive or negative aspect of our lives. We must be in control of what we digest and what we accept. We cannot be easily persuaded by cheap advertisements. We must continue to be independent regardless of what we hear or are exposed to.