Analysing AS task narrative styles

We research our films of last year and applied the different narrative codes to them.

The 5 codes are Hermeneutic / Enigma code, Proairetic/Action code, Semantic code, Symbolic code, Referential code


Hermeneutic/Enigma code- This code refers to mystery within a text. Clues are dropped, but no clear answers are given. Enigmas within the narrative make the audience want to know more. Unanswered enigmas tend to frustrate or intrigue the audience.

Proairetic/Action code- This code contains sequential elements of action in the text. 
Proairetic elements add suspense to the text.

Semantic code- This code refers to parts within the text that suggests or refers to additional meanings. Elements of the semantic code are called semes. The seme has a connotative function in the text. It has an extra layer of meaning in addition to its literal meaning

Symbolic code- This code is about symbolism within the text. It exercises opposites to show contrast and create greater meaning, creating tension, drama and character development.

Referential code- This code refers to anything in the text which refers to an external body of knowledge such as scientific, historical and cultural knowledge.

Hermeneutic/Enigma code- This code refers to mystery within a text. Clues are dropped,
but no clear answers are given. Enigmas within the narrative make the audience want to know more. Unanswered enigmas tend to frustrate or intrigue the audience.

Proairetic/Action code- This code contains sequential elements of action in the text. 
Proairetic elements add suspense to the text.

Elegy
The Hero-Main female, casual clothes relatable to audience, comes form noble birth.

Helper to the hero-detective helps the woman to find her missing friend.

Enigma/Hermeneutic - mystery surrounding the events, jazz music creates an a mysterious atmosphere

Villian- inferred villain, the person who kidnapped April that the detective and the hero are trying to find.

Strauss-  the detective and the girl are opposites, in both costume and personality two conflicting styles and personalities collide.