MEDIA P2 CSP DETAIL (Capital) Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is the role of Roger?
a wealthy banker who is facing a financial crisis and personal anxiety
What are the key themes that roger represents?
class inequality, greed, entitlement
What is an example of rogers key themes and role?
Roger receives a bonus of £30k, when he expected a lot more, despite the economic downturn and struggles of the community. This bonus symbolizes the disconnection between the rich and poor
How can Roger be used in essays?
Use Rogers character to discuss class inequality and capitalism, especially how the elite are disconnected from the struggles of the lower classes
What is the role of Quentina?
an immigrant woman who faces the harsh reality of being in Britain illegally, struggling with the hostile environment
What are the key themes about Quentina?
Immigration, racism, injustice
What is an example for Quentinas key themes and role?
Quentina is targeted by immigration officers despite her personal situation. She becomes a symbol of immigrant hardship in modern Britain
How can Quentina be used in essays?
Quentina’s narrative allows you to explore how the show tackles issues of xenophobia and racism, reflecting current social concerns about immigration policies and racial profiling
What is the role of Ahmed?
a muslim immigrant who is unfairly suspected of being a criminal, echoing the themes of islamophobia and surveillance
What are the key themes of Ahmed?
stereotyping, islamophobia, and fear of ‘the other’
What is an example of the role and themes of ahmed?
ahmed faces unwarranted surveillance and discrimination, as he is wrongly associated with criminality due to his background
What is ahmeds use in essays?
Ahmeds experience is a price example of racial stereotyping which can be linked to Hall’s representation theory
What are the key themes of class inequality in capital?
Rogers expensive lifestyle contrasts sharply with the working-class residents who are being displaced as the area becomes more affluent
What is an example of the key theme of class inequality in capital?
the ‘we want what you have’ postcards are introduced, which serve as a symbol of class resentment and anger toward the wealthy residents
What is the use of the key theme of class inequality in essays?
the postcards can be used to discuss class conflict and economic disparity
What is the key theme of immigration in capital?
Quentina’s experience highlights the hostile environment for immigrants in Britain
What is an example of the key theme of immigration in capital?
Quentina’s vulnerability is demonstrated when she is caught in a raid by immigration officers. She’s faced with the constant threat of deportation, highlighting the systemic issues faced by undocumented immigrants.
What is the use in essays of the key theme of immigration in capital?
This can be linked to postcolonialism (Gilroy), focusing on immigrant struggles and institutional discrimination.
