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Denotation and Connotation work 

1. Identify each sign (denotation).
2. What does it stand for? (connotation)
3. Does it have more than one meaning?
4. Which groups of people can/cannot read it? e.g. because of age, geography etc
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   1.) its an apple .

   2.)It stands for the brand Apple which manufactures electronic goods , like the iPhone,iPod etc .

   3) it has more than one meaning depending on the age of the person .

   4.) The older people and really young people who will not be able to recognize the brand .

   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   1.) its to upwards arrows 
   2.) it stands for the car brand Citroen who design and make cars . 
   3.) It doesn't have more than one meaning you either no it or you don't .
   4.) young children that cant drive yet , and also girls will be less knowledgeable about this .
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   1.) Its a circle with an arrow diagonally off the side .
   2.) This stands for male gender .
   3.) It doesn't have more than one meaning it is very specific .
   4.) younger children or people that don't know much about the subject of gender signs .
   
   
   
   

   

   1.) A yellow M on a red background .
   2.) it stands for " McDonald's" a worldwide fast food restaurant .

   3.) It doesn't have more than one meaning , everybody knows that it symbolizes McDonald's.

   4.) Everybody knows that it symbolizes McDonald's.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   

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   1.) A red circle with a line through the middle .

   2.) It stands for " No Entry ".

   3.) It doesn't have more than one meaning , it just specifically means no entry .

   4.) Young Children that don't really no what it means .

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   

   
   

   
   

   1.) A male and female separated .
   2.) it stands for male and female .
   3.) it doesn't have more than one meaning because its a picture of a man and a women so cant mean much else .
   4.) Everybody will be able to read this symbol . 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

   

   
   1.) A mouth with the tongue sticking out . 
   2.) it is the band symbol for ' The Rolling Stones ' .
   3.) It may have more than one meaning to somebody who doesn't know " The Rolling Stones " .
   4.) Younger generation will not know what it means , and people that don't follow The Rolling Stones .
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

   

   1.) 6 circles each a different colour  .
   2.) It is the symbol for the Olympic games .
   3.) It doesn't have more than one meaning it is the distinctive symbol for the Olympics only .
   4.) Everybody will be able to read this symbol .

5x5 List

Five Artists

 Macklemore&Ryan Lewis - he is not a stereypical hip hop artist that raps about cars and guns , he isn't the biggest hip-hop artist in the world but he has meaningful lyrics .

Arctic Monkeys - i like the genral beat of there songs , there music is very chilled and the lead singer has a distinctive tone .

Jake Bugg - I love what Jake Bugg does , he is an amazingly talented young artist , with a hint of country in his voice that leads to a great song being released .

Disclosure - Disclosure create more dance/drum and bass style music , there songs always put you in a good mood and you always want to nod your head to a song .

JT - He is a very well know artist , who has released some incredible songs that have topped the charts world wide , his tunes just hill you out and his newest album " The 2020 experience" is a great buy .

Five Films 

Superbad - This is probably my favorite comedy film to date , its full of comedic actors and jammed packed with hilarious moments .

Green Street - i like Green street because i love football and violent films and this just combines the two together , it has a good story line and it feels like real life .

We're the Millers - I like this film because it is hilariously funny , and i love comedy's. its has lots of popular actors in and lots of laughable moments .

Kick Ass - Action films are another one of my favorites , therefore i enjoyed this film . It has a mix of characters and the main character is a young girl which is unexpected .

TED - Ted is one of the best animated films i have seen , it has many funny moments and it has such a good story line .

Five Songs

Macklemore - Same Love - This is a very meaningful song , the lyrics are very powerful and send out a clear message . i like it because it has a very catchy rythme and Macklemore raps about meanigful things .

Artic Monkeys -  Do I Wanna Know - This song is a very chilled song its great to listen to when you just want to relax , it has has great beat .

Jay Z - Holy Grail - Jay Z is an incredible hip hop artist , and this song is off his new album , its a great tune with a very catchy chorus and Jay Z is one of the best rappers .

Robin Thicke - Blurred Lines - This is tune of the summer , its very catchy and makes you want to sing along , and im tapping my foot to the beat .

Bastille - Laura Palma - This is my favorite song , its so chilled and great to put the headphones in and listen to.



Superheroes

Batman - I like batman because he is not a stereotypical superhero , he doesnt have any super powers yet does his duty to save gothem city .

Spiderman - Spiderman is my favorite superhero , i like him becuase he says " With great power , comes great responsibility " .

Superman - Superman is one of the most well known superheroes , mostly from his super strength and his ability to fly and save the day .

Incredible Hulk - I like the incredible Hulk because of his in humane strength , also due to the fact that it is a normal guy who when angry turns into this beast .

Iron Man - Iron Man is a great super hero because he can take a lot of damage , also his ability to fly allows him to defend himself .

Video Games

FIFA - One of the best football games created , every time the game is updated it seems to get better , and the graphics make it exceptional .

Grand theft Auto ( GTA ) - A mans favorite game , violence , cars , money , missions , excellent .

Call of Duty - Everybody loves call of duty , its a great war game , and has a great campaign .

Forza Motorsport - A very good car game , has very good graphics and gives you a wide range of cars to race .

Assasins Creed - A very creative game , very detailed and you can play it for hours .

Film Question 

We're the Millers

1.) What made you want to go and see the films? I went to see this film because it had a lot of popular actors and stars in it , i typically go for comedy genre and this film was quoted as " hilarious " also the little snip it trailer was very eye catching and immediately made me want to go and see the full movie .

2.) Did you like or dislike the films? i liked " We're the Millers " as it was packed full of comedy and i didn't stop laughing throughout , even though it was a comedy it had a very good story line which kept me interested throughout .

3.) What factors impacted or your enjoyment or lack of enjoyment? there was a few environmental factors that lead to my enjoyment of this film , i was in the showcase cinema so it was very comfy and relaxing whilst watching the film , also the whole cinema was laughing along which led to my enjoyment . Also the film in general was exactly what i wanted to see and exceeded my expectations .

4.) Compose a post with your conclusions.- If im going to the cinema it would have to be at the weekend with friends as i feel more relaxed and it creates a better atmosphere , and it would have to be comedy or action film as these are my favorite genres .