Research one- Impact of technology and audience on Genre – crime
In school we learnt about the Macro Element Genre. Both Nick Lacey (Repertorie of Elements Theory) and Steve Neale (Genre Theory) agree that genres can change over time to keep the audience engaged. But a set of common conventions help the audience to relate to media this could include dark lighting for horror texts. Neale discusses that a combination of familiar elements and new unfamiliar conventions are what keep texts interesting. Here is my essay on how the genre of crime has changed over time due to socio-cultural influences, audience preferences and technological developments.