Power of new media platforms – influence on society

It is quite surprising how far humans have evolved that access to the Internet is considered somewhat of a fundamental right. It has changed and developed the perspective of the whole world. Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram have become hubs for information and opinions. According to the survey done by the Pew Research centre, almost 55% … Read more

The Impact of Fake News on Nationalism in the Philippines

In this century, where innovations and advancements in technology are prominent, there are also issues and problems that come along with it. As technology continues to develop, social media plays a significant role in educating and voicing the concerns of millions of people. Social media can be associated with a double-edged sword. We benefit from … Read more

Fake news (2017 Las Vegas shooting study, focus on Twitter)

Social Media has become more and more important in the lives of billions of people throughout the world we live in today. Now, due the current COVID-19 pandemic, people are viewing an increasing amount of social media posts daily and are becoming more reliant on the internet and our digital environment to communicate with friends, … Read more

Fake and biased news, and its impact on society

George Bernard Shaw, the Nobel Literature Prize winner in 1925, once adroitly stated, “Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance.” Throughout history, fake news has affected societies in its countless forms and manners. Whether it be promotion of political propaganda or destructive rumors that are spread like wildfire, fake news has left … Read more

The Accused (film) – importance of a feminist view of the American legal system

The film The Accused emphasizes the importance of a feminist view of the American legal system. The film debunks myths about a rxxe or a rxxe-victim. The feminist perspective towards the justice system in the United States, states that it is patriarchal in nature and inclined towards the likes and dislikes of men. Historically, American … Read more

Major themes in ‘The Fault in our Stars’ (film)

Introduction There are many narratives, concepts and themes to acknowledge throughout the film “The Fault in our Stars”. This essay will examine the major themes of life and death, coming of age, and the broader theme of family relationships which are covered in the film through exploring relevant narratives and concepts. The consideration of themes, … Read more

The Importance of Being Earnest Play Vs. Movie

The well-known 1895 play, The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, and the 2002 film adaptation by Miramax Films directed by Oliver Parker overall captures the plot, characters, and the setting of the original work. The original play follows an Englishman named Jack, who lives as an alter-ego named Ernest. He cares for his … Read more

Reasoning and plan for a documentary – ‘importance of the environment’

My intention is to create a documentary that focuses on and explores the importance of the environment. In recent times, there has been many debates over the environment, especially in relation to climate change, pollution, and even plant-based diets, and its great impacts. The environment is in danger. Climate change could be irreversible by 2030. … Read more

Cinephiliac moments – Inglorious Basterds

Identify one of your own private ‘cinephiliac moments’ and try to account for your intense emotional response through a close analysis of the fragment in question, then briefly consider how this moment may be related to wider issues in film culture and history. My cinephiliac moment is the opening scene in ‘Inglorious Basterds’ – a … Read more

Stereotypes in depiction of nurses and nursing

A stereotype is a preconceived notion about a person or people based on numerous factors such as gender, race, religion, or age. In 2007 the gum brand Dentyne Ice aired a commercial portraying a young, attractive male patient alongside an older, heavier male patient both chewing on Dentyne Ice and capturing the attention and erotic … Read more

Divided Britain

Drawing from relevant theory and using contemporary examples, assess the extent to which marketing communications and advertising contributes to migrants living in the UK having little or no voice. Introduction Despite the introduction of equality acts and initiatives to challenge discrimination, protect individuals from unfair treatment and promote a fair and more equal society, far-reaching … Read more

Digital revolution for media

Digital Technology has not only had an impact on the things we consume, but the whole world around us. Significant changes, particularly in the last 20 years, include the evolvement of on-line technologies such as blogging, social media and news platforms which have completely revolutionised and transformed news reporting. Yet, thankfully, digital technology hasn’t completely … Read more