Research of CCR Question #2

 Research of CCR Question #2

Now that the journey of the Portfolio Project is coming to an end, it is time to start reflecting on what has been done and how I can show my reflection engagingly.

CCR #2 Question

How does your product engage with audiences and how will it be distributed as a real media text?

Research

Based on research, teenagers and young adults are naturally interested in drama movies because they often show real-life issues relevant to their own experiences. These films typically explore themes such as friendships, family conflicts, romantic relationships, and mental health challenges, all of which are common concerns for young people.

By watching these movies, teenagers and young adults can relate to the characters and storylines, which helps them process their own emotions and navigate the challenges of growing up. Drama movies also provide a safe space for young people to explore complex emotions and issues, and to find comfort in knowing that they're not alone in their struggles. Overall, drama movies offer a unique combination of entertainment, relatability, and emotional resonance that resonates deeply with teenagers and young adults.

How do our production choices work to engage our target audience? 

For our production, we decided to make the wardrobe, setting, lighting, and actions portrayed most commonly and realistically possible. For our characters, we decided to use their wardrobe and clothes to reflect their emotions since it is a way to inform the audience about what is happening and how characters feel without using words to explain it. We decided to show vibrant colors to pick the interest of the audience and inform them that there is something important going on such as the color of the diary, and the vibrant colors on the "last day of school" poster. Finally, realism can make other teenagers relate to the story being portrayed and the reality that many teenagers face nowadays such as isolation, lack of excitement, sadness, nostalgia, etc. 

How do we plan to make it available to an audience? 

Taking into account that we are emerging filmmakers, we want our film to be as accessible as possible for our audience. Therefore, these are some of our distributing options: 

• YouTube (Free): It is easy to use, at no cost, and perfect for reaching a teen audience that already spends lots of time there. We would also consider adding subtitles, behind-the-scenes, and mental health resources in the description.

• Film Festivals for Youth or Mental Health: We would want for our film to be available at festivals such as NFFTY (National Film Festival for Talented Youth), Reel Youth Film Festival, Mindscape Film Festival.  These are beginner-friendly, supportive environments, and a great way to get the film noticed.

• School Screenings / Youth Clubs: We consider that it could have a great direct impact on screenings in schools, wellness clubs, church youth groups, or local community centers.

Sources 

• Every. (2025). Every Movie Has a Lesson. Every Movie Has a Lesson. https://doi.org/10305729/aedrian-salazar-ECt01A5HZtw-unsplash