Recently, I came across a post by one of my lecturers who had been working on the Masterji project, making the documentary. Upon emailing photo archive miners, I was sent across more information about the volunteering project (see below). I further filled out a WP01 form to make the placement valid for my 201Mc Module.
A short video[1] on ‘Masterji’ by Nichole, which I came across on Photo Archive Miners official website [2].
What interested me, was the subject matter and the way in which the exhibition will be set up. One thing, upon speaking to the main co-ordinator/organiser of Photo Archive Miners for Masterji that I came to know about was what the exhibition was aiming to include. Elements of the exhibition on the whole, would feature a small photo gallery, a screening of the documentary and a photo booth (in Masterji’s style).
(3 hours completed) Before aiding with set up, I arrived at Fargo Village ‘The Box’ (where the exhibition will be held) promptly. However, upon walking into the box, we were met with an obstacle, as the previous people who had the venue, left all their stuff over time. This was later resolved as we’d realised there was a conflict in bookings. Luckily we made up a little time from 1:30pm instead of setting up at 10am. Upon constructing the small boxes, we soon got a schedule going on ordering all wood planks with the wood walls. After this was done, we later organised all into the correct formation. I was then informed alongside the other volunteers that the walls would be painted first, to remove marks thus scruffy wear was encouraged. Followed by the photographs which would go up later.
Photos from today’s session:
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Upon reflecting on my first day as a volunteer for this project, I would say I’m very excited and intrigued. Considering I’m very eager to see the final set up for the exhibition. I further feel in helping with the set up of the project, promoting it and possibly helping out with the workshops that I’ll gain some really valuable skills in working as a team plus individually too thus am looking forward to my time on the ‘Masterji’ exhibition.
Today, I arrived early at Fargo Village, to see what I could help with in preparation for the exhibition. Upon entering, I got briefed on all the progress that had been made so far. I also met with Mark Cook, who I had talked too about the project right from the start,as he was the head co-ordinator of it. My roles today included doing another coat on the wooden panels, whilst also painting the skirting board too. Although I was the only one available to volunteer, during the morning, all those who were present (i.e the co-ordinators and me), really pushed selves to get things done. This worked to our advantage as we were thorough, precise and communicated with each other throughout. Upon reflecting on today’s volunteering experience, I’d say I am really having a very fun time lending my time to the exhibition itself. For me, its about working behind the scenes but also during the scenes aswell (i.e before, during and after the exhibition). Considering I feel by taking part in various roles with different prominence, I will truly grow as an individual in confidence, stamina, communication and effectiveness as I feel that this project is one which is not only truly fascinating but is a true gem to grace Coventry’s Fargo village very soon.
8/11/16 (1.5 hours)
Today, upon reaching Fargo Village I got to see the final exhibition. My duties today included clocking people in, whilst answering any questions they might have on the exhibition itself. I was further briefed on the manner in which I should greet all, and what the best way to enjoy the exhibition would be (i.e which way to go round). I further learn’t a bit more information on the exhibition itself by Mark Cook (Photo Archive Miners) and more information on the private screening coming up.
Reflection:Upon completing the whole project I contacted the head co-ordinator of the whole project in order to express my gratitude in taking part. During my time as a volunteer, I learn’t a lot about community service, hard work,presentation and even commitment. Considering that the whole team at ‘Photo Archive Miners’ really worked extremely hard in putting together an exhibition celebrating the life of ‘Masterji’, in re-mastering all of his photos within an entire exhibition. To end, this project has really shown to me the art of ones talent and how when shared with the community can really light up the whole atmosphere in such a positive and vibrant way.
Clip(s) used within our production (abiding by Copyright Law):
The above clip was originally sourced from ITN.com, however, the clip has been posted on youtube by a user, who has deemed the licence as ‘Standard Youtube License’. Thus in using the short excerpt clip for our radio show, we have classed our use of it as ‘educational’ thus fitting into the copyright law of 2015/16. Furthermore, as we are not using a long excerpt, we possibly may alter the clip in some way, manipulating the sound to either echo or to sound or defined. Furthermore, the clip has been labelled as ‘third party content’, further allowing us to use a short snippet of it, making sure to provide a full reference if we were to use the whole clip. In terms of being
In terms of being respectful of those involved in the case, we’ve made sure to not dramatise events too much. Making sure to stick to the information that we’ve researched. A full profile of the case itself can be found below:
In terms of those being related to the murderer himself, our research has fallen short as we cannot find any reference of any of Wardell’s relatives etc, this may due to the privacy of their identities, as they may not want to be known.
One other video which was used included the following (clip number 8)[1.6]:
Upon using the video, my team made sure to specify our interest in the video, as our use of it would be ‘educational’, complying with the copyright act of 2015/16. We’d further make sure to edit the particular clip, in order to other heighten levels for effect and ambience, further constructing clip in our own way to use in our radio police drama.
Blog Task CW3
Chosen Area: Violence
I would say that violence would be appropriate for TV if its post-watershed. Furthermore, if it’s to a certain degree. For example, extremely offensive and distressing violence would not be permitted. However, if it fits into the shows context or goes towards a particular message, then a small sample or even clip of it is acceptable to a degree.
As a ‘programme maker’you have the right to protect your audience from such harm. For example, if your programme carries a particular message then it’s okay. But say if it’s too much violence all in one scene or even your programme then you are breaching audience comfortability.
For example, the official Ofcom’ guide lists some guidelines to be followed regarding radio and offensive language.
Many listeners consider the station and type of programme to be more important in determining audience expectations than time of day. However, in general listeners do not expect to hear strong language during the day on radio, regardless of whether children would likely to be listening to the station or type of programme in question; and • in live programming, it is difficult for broadcasters to prevent the use of potentially offensive language, on the occasions that this happens. However, in such circumstances, listeners would expect to see quick action from the broadcaster to prevent further incidents and an apology.[2]
In terms of our audience for our radio programme, we aimed to target young adults to older adults due to the nature of our programme and our subject material. This is because some violence is portrayed within our show during the recollection of the case itself and possibly the use of third party media clips too (which we’d deem under ‘educational use’ to use in our radio show). I’d further say the style of our programme adds to the type of audience we are aiming to target, as we are doing a short yet intense police drama rather than say a quiz show or murder segment. This also comes just in time for Halloween and makes our show relatable as we are adding in killer clowns into our drama to trigger a truly Coventry murder case being revisited or reviewed as such. Further making our show current and in the know, as we are using dated subjected material and new material also (i.e killer clown video). Our own made soundscape will also set the tone and mood of our programme aswell.
In terms of ethical considerations, we’d make sure to not reference individuals directly/as much. This is due to the sensitivity or the case and also those involved in the case as it may trigger some emotions which have not been revisited in a while. Also, our subject material focuses on real people involved in a case, with some still alive (i.e Murderer), we definitely have to consider how to approach the case sensitively without overall dramatising it.
Finally, in including a disclaimer before the start of our programme, we’d make sure to state all the facts and guidelines to our audiences before starting our police drama, so they can gain information on our viewpoint of the case itself and how we are approaching it and so forth.
In terms of broadcasting work done by the others the following link offers information on this: Policy (Creative Work)[3]. To sum things up, the link gives a detailed list the the do’s and don’t regarding work done by others. The main thing it discusses is making sure to credit all contributors no matter their role, as they still have a role within the outcome of that activity etc, no matter how big or small their part may have been. Also
making sure that there is a plurality (or mix) of media owners
working with industry to address online copyright infringement (Gov.Uk)
In conclusion, as our radio drama was based off a true life murder case, we made sure that we research all the facts and details before continuing with the subject matter. This was so that we not only learn’t about the case, but could all plan out our drama in a sensitive yet engaging way as e didn’t want to ‘reconstruct’ the source material but rather reference it a little, in our police drama.
“Main kisi ki zaroorat nahin… Khwahish banna chahti hoon.”
– (Saba Taliyar Khan played by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan)
Director Karen Johar (known for: Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Kal Ho Na Ho, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai) is back on the silver screen offering up another melodrama Johar style. With his last release Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (based around an extra-marital affair), back in 2006. Karen is back with a film surrounding a similar narrative, however, this time focusing on the relationship between two best friends. Although as a film-maker Johar has a knack of upping the glitz and drama in each of his films, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil certainly showcases his maturity and transition into a more evolved piece of adult cinema. This isn’t to say that his films are not fit for all, as they are dramas which can be enjoyed with ones family. However, his latest release certainly is much more westernised and refined than his last films, this may be due to time and even values which he himself has developed as a film maker throughout his time working as one.
In terms of ADHM’s’ storyline, its the narrative revolves around two best friends who grow extremely close, with one developing feelings of true love, only to be shut down by the other. What then follows is missed opportunities, new loves, self-discoveries, passion and even sadness. Without giving too much away, the film shows the complexities behind any close friendships, and even relationships. It’s definitely a film which is grounded by standout performances from its leads (Ranbir Kapoor & Anushka Sharma), to its supporting actors (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Fawad Khan).
Overall I would say watch ADHM this Diwali, as it is certainly a film which showcases the labours of love and more. Its not only very melodramatic but its deeply sensitive and heartfelt too. Some highlights include a lot of cross referencing with old Bollywood filmy songs to KJo’s previous films, in terms of short music snippets. Whilst the dialogue of Aishwarya Rai Bachchans character is very poetic and mesmerising along with her look and acting prowess. However a drawback would be that her character wasn’t given enough time to bloom, as her complexities were hinted at but not drawn out which was a shame, but still, Mrs Bachchan carried herself in grace, poise and ethereal beauty.
Whilst Anushka and Ranbir Kapoor’s chemistry certainly pulled through within the film as it was very comfortable and natural. Thus making us as an audience watch attentively their evolvement as best friends, foes and so forth.
For ADHM’ music, KJ brought on composer Pritam whose known for his melodious hits. One song which really tugs at your heart strings in the film, has to be ‘Channa Mereya’. The song is not only beautifully articulated but its also very sensitive and emotive in lyrical content and music beats too.
Check out the full video song here:
To conclude, ADHM is a film where melodrama is grounded and extended in a narrative showcasing a tale of love between too friends. Alongside the films stunning cinematography and its set design its certainly extremely modern in terms of where its been filmed (i.e Paris, London etc.), and its content too. I would say ADHM is a much watch for those who love dramas and even romance. Also for those who’d love to see the star pairing of Aishwarya Rai and Sharukh Khan reunite (even if it’s for a few minutes) once again on screen for a short while since the box office smash ‘Devdas‘(2002).
Bibliography
1. FoxStarHindi (2016) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | trailer | Karan Johar | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan | Ranbir Kapoor | Anushka Sharma. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_PODraXg4E (Accessed: 28 October 2016).
2. Sony Music India (2016) Channa Mereya – Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Karan Johar | Ranbir | Anushka | Aishwarya | Pritam | Arijit. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-diRlyLGzo (Accessed: 5 November 2016).
Upon reading out all the dialogues and paying closing attention to the source material/general flow of our drama, many of my peers raised some concerns. Their overall feedback was that the latest edit (which I’d amended) was an improvement however the overall story and dialogue passages were lacking in punch and rhythm. For example, they felt the intro was quite abrupt in the sense that it may not be truly clear that the setting is a police station (although the soundscape would add to authenticity of setting in the final edit). Other feedback included minimising ‘The Cheif’s’ lines as they were very long, thus splitting up dialogue with his second in command (his Shadower). Whilst further making the personas of the rookies more apparent and their traits.
As we did a full run through of the script, a few of my peers began to initialise changes that they’d like to implement. After we had done a full reading, me and another of my peers worked together in amended the very last edit of the script. This worked well, as we both shared our ideas effectively, further asking our other peers for suggestions. In breaking down the script in this way, it gave us all a chance to see the script with fresh eyes than before, thus noticing things to stretch out or even take off. After we’d begun with the changes I suggested that my peer finish of the edit, to then send it back to me. I then suggested that I’d look over the script and give analytical feedback on it.
Upon receiving the script (attached below) I wrote a few comments on it.
Upon reflecting, on today’s session my team really excelled. Especially when we all read over the script, when constructive criticism was given throughout and also acted upon. I’d further say that we also made sure to think about our to-do lists. For example how many actors we’d need for next week, script deadlines and also the timing of our practice (as test runs). This helped us to really organise everything before our final assessment next week.
In our next meeting, we did a full one through with the new edit by Farai. This proved successful as we managed to reach our time mark, granted that we’d still have to include a witness clip, a clown video (snippet) and a short snippet from an official interview with Wardell in front of the press. Furthermore, we managed to record our session too. This would then be used to analyse our performance, thinking about aesthetics, atmosphere, voice projection and the elements that we can distinctly pick up from our performance, in terms of our piece being a police drama.
Upon reflection, I would say that today was a good session. Personally, I got to try our the radio desk, thus acting as the main producer. This worked well as I check all equipment before and after and made sure all levels were set, further turning on the record button to tape some of our rehearsals. Considering I was quite anxious at first, I quickly adjusted remembering what I’d learnt from our skills session, making sure to put all into practice straight away. I further made sure to advertise on FAH skills page, to enlist voice actors, see image below:
Following on from last weeks session. I started to amend the script after taking on board the notes from all my peers. This helped me a lot as it gave me a checklist to work off of.
Please see the notes attached below of the draft which was shown to my peers (last week):
Upon amending the script, I began to listen to the podcast Serial. This helped me a lot as it offered me a lot of inspiration in thinking of the music, set up and of course dialogue delivery.
In drafting up the final version of my group’s script (phase one) I began to pay more attention to the order of each dialogue passage, further linking the passages more closely. Helping me to see where to add fillers and pauses to create effect and atmosphere.
Overall, I would say the second official draft is much more tailored and refined. It also feels more like a radio drama, thinking about its layout and also the actions within the script. In terms what I could improve on I would probably say the duration of the script, as the passages are quite long. Thus in order to effectively keep all the detail I will show my script to my group in our next meeting to refine it further and of course to shorten passages down, to grab audiences more in a very ear-grabbing way.
One other thing which I did was to advertise my groups need for voice actors. This involved me reaching out to different students to enlist them onto our project. One of those interested responded very quickly, see below for the conversation. I further re-advertised the post on skills circle to reach out to others who may not have seen the post already.
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The next day, the majority of my group and I met up to go over the script which I edited. In doing so, my group analysed it thoroughly generating some great points for us to all re-do the script with. In reflecting on today’s session, I would say we really pulled together as a team, as we stayed focused and really let our individual creativity flow. Further allowing us to truly demonstrate our craft and to push ourselves further in working on a very realistic yet detailed police radio drama. In terms of me reacting to feedback, I would say I responded well as I really took on board all the feedback. Further allowing me to broaden my horizons in terms of the ideas fed back to me. Another thing, which was done by my group including reading out the whole script (alongside the amendments and timing it. This proved really useful as it helped us to document how much more work we needed to do on the script. Upon timing ourselves we reached under the four-minute mark, thus came up with pointers such as more detail on the subject, fleshed out characters, police vocabulary, another character (a shadower) to fill time and bulk up our script up more.
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During the night I made sure to write pointers for the script, this was then followed by feedback recieved by our lecturer the next day. Her points included fleshing out our characters more, whilst also adding more detail about the case. Below is the latest edit, alongside character profiles:
Upon reflecting on todays session, I would say I really responded well to my lecturers feedback as I added to her suggestions promptly. Further making sure to do character maps in order to add more layers to the characters and also make them more aunthentic and natural rather than to 2D.
I would say the intro was very clear cut. It further helped to establish the radio program and the style it was laid out in.
The links to keep the program moving include the transition screens and music as well. In terms of the programme segments, these were quite long due to the content of the show. One part of the show which I really liked would have to be the chemistry between the presenters. This for me was a highlight of the show, as both complimented each other really well.
In discussing the techniques adopted by the programme I would probably bring up the following factors: presenting style, layout, content and set-up. In terms of the presenting style I would say the chemistry between the hosts flows fluidly. As for the layout of the show, it’s set out in a way which is very accessible for the audience to dip into. I’d further say its very engaging as it provides useful tips amongst a very relaxed environment where the audience feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts. Finally, in terms of the set-up I would say it’s not only very functional, but it’s well drawn out. This is because the show revolves around 2 presenters, one main host and one professional one. It’s in this way that they feedback on each others thoughts whilst involving the audience along the way.
Overall, thinking about our lecture on ‘Running Orders’ its clear to me the importance of them and also the functions of them too. For example, a running order not only shapes one’s programme but it also acts as a barrier as such in terms of the content that’s provided and all the added extras, so whole production team can stay on track. Furthermore, a running order which is detailed and precise informs all production in members in due time of how the show (radio) will plan out, further giving them enough time to prepare and get the ball rolling.
In today’s lecture we went over ‘lighting’. My notes from the session can be found below (including responses from my peers):
The Purpose of lighting
Captures the drama
Intensifies situation.
Practical lightning
Shaping (gives scope to characters)
Translates emotion and gives it to the audience.
Implies the Genre.
Highlights important pieces of the set, the frame.
Can be used artistically and aesthetically.
Creates mise-en-scene
After brainstorming about lighting we were introduced to a short clip showcasing high key cinematographers in the media industry (including those who worked with Christopher Nolan on the Batman Trilogy. Some advice that I picked up from the clipped included the following:
Focus on relationships!
Whenever you are shooting two characters, you are shooting the relationship between these two characters authentically/artistically.
Afterwards, we were shown two clips from different movies which demonstrated lighting very clearly. See below for a description of the short clips, including my notes regarding the style of lightning and the use of it.
The first clip was from the film Road to Perdition (Sam Mendes). In this particular scene, we are shown Daniel Craigs character alongside a young boy (who we see at the start of the clip running to Craig’s characters office to collect something). As soon as the boy enters he is polite and asks for something fro Daniel Craigs character. It’s here that the lighting is very dark, however, the smoke from Daniel Craig’s character is very apparent. This in itself showcases Craig’s characters superiority. Furthermore, the dark lighting emphasizes the tension. Whilst the smoke acts as the central character, as its very present, considering its always getting back-lit. In contrast, the young boy (played by Tyler Hoeclin) is seen to be presented in a very dark light, with only a little bit of light touching his hands. This therefore indicates his character’s low self-esteem and confidence.
The other clip shown to us features Leonardo Dicaprio in Catch Me If You Can. In this particular scene from the movie, we see Leo’s character enter to find a jacket in his kitchen and his parents sorting out their divorce. The lighting includes warm lighting (which touches on the jacket, highlighting it as the central figure of the scene. Furthermore, the room is very hazy that we get to see beams of light coming through. There are also hard shadows in the bedroom scene which rely highlight the scene and also the clear tension of the situation effectively through the lightning.
In conclusion, today’s session was extremely informative and engaging. The video texts used were clear and very visual. Whilst written material was easy to understand yet deeply engaging. As for the skills session during the day, they were very independent and well organized. For me, this helped me to step out of my comfort zone, as it pushed me a little more to really work independently in using the equipment, whilst working in a team as well to create small artifacts which would be useful in practice but also clear to the eye (in representing particular techniques).
One highlight of the day was evaluating some of my peers work in one of our workshops. The piece of media we were evaluating included the task we were set last week (task 2: making a relationship). The first thing we were briefed on is how we were going to evaluate our peers work, this involved one of our lecturers handing out small pieces of paper to us to write the good and possibly weak points of the videos we would see. Further passing it back to the person after, so that they’d get detailed feedback regarding their week in an organized fashion. This proved successful as it meant that those feedbacking really included a lot of detail in their response, further including what their peers could have done better.
Love can be the best and times but it can also be the worst. It can change a person’s character for the worst, consuming them in anguish and guilt, making their other half feel numb with pain.
The black and white filter represents a love which has been lost. It captures a love that is no more, but is desperately in need of saving. As for the shots, the use of close-ups and over the shoulder shots not only portray intense emotion, but they also showcase to the audience sadness as one of the lovers tries to get through to the other with no avail.
The final shot (close-up) twists the story a little, as we see one of the characters stare in fury, maybe showing their true colors to their partner, possibly citing this as one reason why they are not so connected anymore. The reason I wanted to showcase this was because I wanted to represented a love with many layers rather one that is extremely pure and strongly. This is because I felt that in showing ‘Love’ in this way I would be hinting at a more realistic representation of it (to an extent), rather than overly dramatizing it too much.
Overall, I would say I am happy with the overall result. However for next time I would probably include more blocking, as I felt I didn’t include enough of this technique in my film. This would maybe involve the characters walking in, going from spot A to B in a certain fashion (incluing emotion/body language). However in listing the positives, I’d say the over the shoulder shots and the close ups really captured the mood, considering we could not use dialogue. Therefore really captured the essence of the scene through facial expressions and ofcourse clear camera angles too.
Upon going over my notes from yesterday’s session. I started to brainstorm some ideas around radio dramas. To start off with, I started to think about radio dramas that I’ve listened too, these include BBC Radio 4’s The Archers and the American crime podcast inspired by real life murders titled Serial. What I noticed from each one is that they were extremely distinctive in content and in their respective subject matters. For example, Serial would set the mood through some intense background music, in an eerie fashion with a voice over (engaging audiences in with a slow but intriguing intro). As for The Archers drama would be explored throughout the episode, however, would take some time to build up, further preparing audiences for the sensitive yet realistic subject matter.
Both programs offered me a lot of inspiration before I started on the first draft of my groups script solo. This was so that I could get a structure, then add in bits and modify them with my group as a collaborative. In order for us to cut out and add bits as we went along.
Also the first draft (attached below) is not completed I’ve tried to stay true to police dramas as such, by including particular passages which I’ve seen in many policing dramas adding authenticity and familiarity with our audience once they listen in to our radio drama.
Some factors to consider include the title and the soundscape. As of now, the title is very rough as it will be amended later by my group. In terms of the soundscape that will be put together by us, this will not only invoke and trigger the drama but it will also hopefully set the scene and let the audiences into our story by elevating all their senses to invoke visual imagery and clear sounds.
Upon meeting my group, we discussed the script thoroughly. Some points that were made included:
Go into weaponry, police formalities etc.
Include more police vocabulary
More voice actors (for rookies)
Bring in case casually first.
Rookies watching clown video then creates a response
2 Rookies (one is worse than the other)
Shadower (just re-enforce drama etc.)
The notes above outline the changes which will be made within the script, in order to capture the drama within our production more and so forth. Throughout the session all stayed focused and committed, whilst staying in their creative bubbles throughout.
In todays lecture, we were re-briefed on the ingredients behind TV formats. Reflecting on what we did last week, the key ingredients included (further added to in our latest session):
Audience participation
The overall point of the program
Competition(s)
The driver (i.e presenter)- The person who gives show momentum + reason for audience interaction and so forth.
Format needs to say something different (be unique)
Social media and audience interaction.
Branding (familiarity)
Next up we looked at the running order, due to the deadline for our respective projects fast approaching (before we made the switch-overs as teams). Upon talking abut this particular topic, we were first made sure that we all knew the importance of it and why it’s used (i.e provides a structure for the show, whilst keeping show on track and time). Other reasons included:
Segments of the show are broken down, to provide more of a fluid and functional version of events as such. This includes the duration of the show, including item headings.
Everyone on the show should have a copy of the running order, in order for them to see the progress of the program segments and also the order in which there in as changes may occur.
One person/people who do not receive the running order however, are those presenting. This is because they have the autocue to see all the segments and to be prompted on what to say next. However many use autocue as a simple guide, in order to add more personality and colour in the dialogues, which they’d enhance themselves in their own way (keeping shows theme and structure in mind throughout).
The scripts content should inform all. Start with an intro which will hook people to your program straight away/do outline first.
After the lecture, we continued on researching and planning our radio program, further showcasing our first script draft to our lecturer. Her feedback was very evaluative and helpful as she made clear that the style in which we were thinking of doing a program may be a little tiresome, considering our programs duration and the content of it. This led her to inspire us in thinking about other styles of radio programs. For example radio dramas, this immediately caught our attention as we knew this would really grab and engage our viewers, leading to repeat viewings of the show.
The following notes were taken down upon changing our programs style:
Real life case: Carol Wardell Murder
Characters:
Police Officer- to be voiced by professional actor
Rookie (newbie)- to be voiced by Fallon
Shadower- to be voiced by Connie
Opening (soundscape)- In order to set the scene and to make clear to the audience that the radio drama is being set in a police station.
In regards to the positioning of the story we all thought as the murder case references ‘clowns’ in would add to the current state we are in as such. Considering that there have been sightings of ‘killers clowns’ in many areas including Coventry. Thus making our drama more relevant, whilst paying close attention to our source material dealing with a murder case in the past (90’s murder).
We’d further possibly include a trigger sentence where we’d possibly have the rookie discussing the killer clowns then asking his/hers chief about it. They would then remember working on the ‘Carol Wardell’ case which would set our radio drama into full force as we’d then possibly move to that period of time or stay in the present but still reference the case. However, before doing so we’d make sure to research family members of the murderer himself, as they may be alive. Thus although we’d have creative licence it would be unlawful of us to twist real life information our way as its a real story with real consequences.
To conclude todays session was not only highly engaging but it also gave us a lot of helpful tips for our program. Further allowing us to really think and evaluate all our findings and so forth. Making us more alert and challenged in pushing ourselves in creating a type of program which put the audiences at the front line, offering them something which hooks them at the get go.
Namaste Media Minions! 
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