Representation of GenderLooking at how gender is represented through Camerawork and Editing

Doctor Who (2009 Exam)Primeval (2010 Exam)

Continuity Editing (V for Vendetta)•Watch the clip and make notes on the

definitions following terms:▫Continuity Editing▫180° Rule▫Eyeline Match▫Cross-Cutting

•You may wish to draw small diagrams to help exemplify your points!

Use of Camerawork and Editing in Doctor Who - Gender•Past Exam Extract from June 2009

The Master – Low Angle and located highly on the Set

In this shot – the camera is placed behind Martha, giving

a connotation that she is of less importance as we do not see her face, the focus is on

the Master, on the right hand side of the frame

The Master – Authority and Power through body language, props and costume (formal attire) and the cutaways to the objects he controls – Orbs and Missile Silos

Martha

The Master’s Role Reversal

The Doctor

Primeval Extract - Gender

•Camerawork and Editing•Stereotypes reinforced or challenged?