Soap Opera Conventions Group Presentations.

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Sub Genre: melodrama Originated in the 19th century. Refers to a dramatic world that puts characters in danger in order to appeal to the emotions of the audience in a slightly exaggerated way. Hollyoaks, The OC, Skins

What soaps fit into this sub genre?

Typical characters and stereotypes?

Teenagers wearing brightly coloured clothes, the guests of the funeral are in black which is common, unlike the teenagers clothing. High tempo contrasting music is used throughout which is used in melodrama as is exaggerates the current emotion of the characters. Foley sounds are also used to enhance the key dramatic sound. Cross-cutting is used in melodramas to allow the audience to see action taking place in more than one location by switching between separate scenes. The read and white trim on the Hollyoaks logo suggests energy, strength and danger whilst also connoting love and passion. Transitions and fades are often used in melodramas-typical convention. Establishing shot of a perfect setting is too enhanced to be realistic.

Technical elements - typical conventions? Mise-en-secene Cinematography Editing Sound