week 4 - tute activity

1: Q: Where and when did usable online video start? (provide some refs. and an example if possible)


A:
The first usable video posted could probablybe tracked back to youtube. the worlds number one video site. the video shows a man at the zoo talking about the elephants. another rather simple and pointless video, it started the youtube revolution



2: Q; In the lecture we heard about technological innovations that were used by the studios to lure audiences. (mostly to combat the popularity of TV)
What recent innovations are being used to lure us in the movies?
What are they luring us from?

A; Technological advances such as 3D movies are being used to lure audiences into the cinema. The idea of seeing movies in 3D excites audiences and forces them to go see that movie as they will not be able to experience it in the same way when it is released to DVD.


3: Q; Are short films still being made? Why? Who pays for them to be made?


A: Yes short films are still being made today. They are made because they are an alternative way for filmmakers and actors to express themselves in a more contemporary way compared to feature films. Generally, the director will pay to make a short film with the hope that it will later be recognized and then pay for itself. Bigger short films which require a bigger budget will be pitched to financial backers.


4: Q; The term viral is thrown about adhoc but what does it mean in film/movie arena? Give some examples.


A: The term viral is thrown around a lot these days but the true definition of viral is when a video on the internet collects an outstanding amount of views. There are examples of one off hits such as Star Wars Kid and Battle at Kruger but there are also cases of continual viral activity as is the case of Ray William Johnson's video with each video getting at least a million views. On the other hand there are videos, such as the beautiful seatbelt commercial which then become viral sensations.


5: Q; Online video distribution isn't limited to the short film format. We are now starting to see television styled shows made solely for internet release (webisodes). Find an example of this style of content and discuss how viewing television content in this way can positively and negatively affect the viewer's experience.


A: itunes now has a whole section dedicated to just online programs and episodes. this can be the result of people using the full potential of the internet to capture their favourite shows anytime that they wish.