Video Parody - ACIS

News On Television

What time does the news air?

News on television usually airs at prime-time (6pm-12am) which varies from country to country. There is usually an early session (around 6pm) for those who have just finished work/uni etc, and a later session (around 11pm) for those who missed out on the first session. The second airing is pretty much a repeat of the first airing.

Content?

The news is based on events that have happened (or are going to happen) throughout the day and/or week. The news reporter has to be objective while telling the stories, although they may add a comment after telling the viewers about the news story. There is usually local news, international news, sports and weather, which is squeezed into a 1 hour timeslot on the tv channel (varies for different channels), so not all the news is told, only the more important and summarised version of the story are aired. The content is balanced, there are some happy stories, there are some sad stories, it is just dependent on what has happened during the day or week.

My thoughts?

All in all, i believe it is hard work being a news reporter, having to follow a script and knowing that if you make one mistake, there are going to be people talking about how you screwed up a line on last night's show. The news reporter also has to keep a straight face, even when telling a tragic story.

The news airs at a pretty convenient time, which is when most workers finish work and school/uni students should have finished. This allows for more people to view the news on television and give the news for that channel higher view counts and better ratings.

The Lost Room

Everybody is familiar with your typical fantasy and science fiction plot, but I truly believe you cannot put The Lost Room is not your typical TV drama.

The show focuses on the 'tragedy' of Joe Miller, a policeman, and how he stumbles upon The Key. This Object can open any door and lead the user to The Room, a mysterious motel room which does not seem to exist in time and space. Upon exit, you could go anyway as well as the original entry place. Over time, he tracks down other seemingly normal Objects that have amazing powers and use them in many strange ways.
The Key, being one of the most powerful and useful Object, is sought after by ruffians and they kidnap Joe's daughter Anna. During the scuffle, The Room is unlocked and Anna disappears inside the room. So he sets out to rescue his daughter and learn more about the history of The Room and its Objects.

Some familiar faces might include Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife), and Elle Fanning.

If you can get your hands on it at your local DVD rental or cheap DVD sale, I highly recommend it.

Question: Imagine you found an everyday object in a bathroom. What is it and what special power does it have?

Australian Television Classification

There are 5 main classifications on Australian broadcast televesion, G, PG, M15+, MA15+, R18+

G - General, suitable for all audiences

PG - Similar to General viewing, except parental guidance is recommended

M15+ - Recommended for older/more mature audiences (15 years & older), but not restricted to.

MA15+ - Restricted to persons 15 years and older in age. Involves more mature themes

R18+ - Restricted to persons 18 and older.

Although these classifications are shown before the television show begins, there is nothing stopping the viewer from continuing to watch the show, except the viewer him/herself. Only when purchasing video tapes or DVDs that has a rating higher than MA15+ requires an adult present for purchase with proof of ID.

Generally, the more restricted classifications are shown later into the evening, and even so, R18+ programs are not shown frequently on television. They can only be viewed/bought by people ages 18+, and it may also be considered a criminal offense to let a person under the allowed age view it.

Charlie's Angels

Remakes are always difficult to do, because the new version is always compared to the original. Sometimes they work and other times they don’t. But in the case of the new Charlie’s Angels, it's completely up to the viewer.

Let me set the scene. We are introduced to three girls, Abby Sampson (Rachel Taylor), Kate Prince (Annie Ilonzeh) and Gloria all of whom have criminal pasts but are now employed by the mysterious Charles Townsend to find and bust bad guys. But, when Gloria is killed, the Angels and Bosley (an ex-computer hacker who also works for Charlie; played by, Ramon Rodriguez) must find out who killed their friend and why. Enter Eve French (Minka Kelly), an old friend of Gloria, who has the information the Angels need to take down Pajaro, a businessman who also happens to be a human trafficker.

Despite what some of the reviews have said, I found that this new Charlie’s Angels isn’t all that bad. I have to admit, some of the lines are a bit corny, the acting and chemistry between the characters could indeed be a bit better. But the story is interesting, the location is great and hey, who doesn’t have a favourite cheesy show? :) If any of you have seen the BBC Robin Hood, then Charlie’s Angels fits into this category, in terms of acting, plot, and script. And Robin Hood lasted strongly for 3 seasons... So who knows where this new Charlie’s Angels will go, but it’s definitely going to be an interesting ride.

Watch it for yourself and tell us what you think!