To be able to explain media ownership in the film industry (level 2)To be able to analyse media ownership with reference to case studies (level 3)To be able to evaluate media ownership with reference to detailed case studies (level 4)

On your mini whiteboards, list 5 facts about Warp Films and 5facts about Working Title that you learnt from last lesson.

They could be the types of film they produce, how successful they are, how they are funded, but not a list of films they have

made.

To be able to explain media ownership in the film industry (level 2)To be able to analyse media ownership with reference to case studies (level 3)To be able to evaluate media ownership with reference to detailed case studies (level 4)

What are the main differences between the two British film companies?

You should reference:

The types of film they produce

The way they are funded, including who they work with

How they distribute their films

The success of their films (both financially and culturally)

Extension Question: Does the type of Media Ownership a company has affect its ability to be successful?

Discuss the issues raised by media ownership in the production and exchange of media texts in your chosen media area.

“Cross-media convergence and synergy are vital processes in the successful marketing of media products to audiences.” To what

extent do you agree with this statement in relation to your chosen media area?

or

To be able to explain media ownership in the film industry (level 2)To be able to analyse media ownership with reference to case studies (level 3)To be able to evaluate media ownership with reference to detailed case studies (level 4)

In small groups, pick one of the questions below and plan a response to the question. You should decide which case studies you would use for particular sections and how they support one side of the argument.