media history to internet era
old film technique that used quick cuts and visual tricks that are similar to our TikTok videos today.
early film montage / trick editing
this decides what pops up on your feed.
algorithm
why people feel so close to celebrities that they actually don't even know
parasocial relationships
when something becomes super popular
early film maker who invented special effects
George melies
TikTok and Youtube shorts are similar to this early kind of film.
short films / early cinema attractions
this keeps track of what you watch, skip, save, and like.
data tracking
posting media like pictures, TikTok's, and videos builds this version of yourself
online identity
holding celebrities/ influencers accountable when they mess up badly
cancel culture
silent movie comedian became the first movie star
Charlie Chaplin
this invention lets people watch movies, shows, etc. at home.
television
this Is how apps make money without actually charging you (super annoying)
ADs
why you feel like the internet is always hearing and watching you (Fbi agent)
surveiliance culture
how media still has parts of earlier media
media evolution
1915 film that is RACSIT and 4 hours long
the birth of a nation
this invention lets people watch shows and movies whenever they want instead of waiting for it to come on.
streaming
why apps try to keep you watching as long as possible
engagement
why pov videos feel like you're on FaceTime
direct address
a funny picture or funny saying
meme culture
black and white monster movie that made this genre famous
Godzilla
this old filmmaker used creative visuals and special effects that still influences our films and videos.
Georges Melies
how can platforms shape our trends and our culture
media power
when a character in a show/movie looks directly at the camerađź‘€
breaking the 4th wall
what is media?
EVERYTHING IS MEDIA
this old codebook that controlled what movies could have in them
hays code