Understanding Drama: Conflict, Narrative, and Storytelling in Audiovisual Works
I. Introduction to Drama
a) What is Drama?
Drama, in its simplest form, is a representation of action presented to an audience. This action is driven by characters and fueled by conflict.
The Foundation of Drama:
- Conflict (Struggle of wills)
- Action
- Characters (Personajes)
b) Law of Conflict
A conflict in drama should be a dramatic social conflict.
c) Classification of Conflicts
- Man against Man
- Man against his Environment
- Man against Himself
d) Theme
The theme is the core essence of a work, expressed in a single
Read MoreThe New Woman in the 19th Century: A Literary Revolution
Introduction
The 19th century witnessed the emergence of a new literary figure: the New Woman. This powerful figure, both socially and literarily, challenged the existing order and embodied new values.
Characteristics of the New Woman
- Embodies new values
- Challenges the existing order (male)
- Independent
- Outspoken
- Iconoclast
Notable Women Writers
- Kate Chopin
- Edith Wharton
- Charlotte Perkins Gilman
- Alice James
Differences between Male and Female Literature
- Male:
- Bildunsgroman: Focus on the development of a young man
- Urban
American Romanticism and Its Subgenres: A Comprehensive Overview
American Romanticism and Its Subgenres
Bundling/Tarrying
This curious custom allowed a courting couple to share a bed, separated by a board. Three key beginnings marked this era:
- Geographical: Columbus’s voyage of 1492.
- Textual: The invention of the printing press in 1456, making the Bible accessible to all.
- Spiritual: The Protestant Reformation, a response to perceived Catholic persecution.
Homiletic Theory (Sermon Construction)
This theory outlines the art of crafting a sermon:
- Reading and explaining
History of Advertising and Graphic Design
UNIT 2
Symbols
- Pine = Tavern. Squared.
- Board = Game house.
- Donkey = bakery.
UNIT 3
1. Ex Libris
Small print or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the inside front cover, to indicate its owner. Abstract, simple, and modern symbols that move beyond evocation of the professional activity. Artistic vocation linked to an individual professional activity, and not to a collective (guilds). In Germany (1575) the emperors opened the first office of registered trademarks. Business cards with printed emblems,
Read MoreGothic Painting: Characteristics, Periods, and Key Artists
Gothic Painting Before the 15th Century
Gothic painting foreshadowed the Renaissance. Some scholars even call these artists “primitive.”
General Characteristics
- Due to the abundance of windows and the difficulty of painting vaults, large murals were less necessary, except in Italy.
- Gothic painting was more naturalistic than Romanesque art.
- Paintings featured rich colors and narrative scenes.
- Artists painted on wood for altarpieces and polyptychs.
- These altarpieces were designed with horizontal and vertical
The Evolution of Spanish Television Series (1995-2000): From Traditional Drama to Innovative Formats
The Popular Television Drama: An Introduction
1. Introduction and Background (1995-2000)
During this period, domestically produced fictional television series experienced an unprecedented boom, reflecting a shift in viewers’ preferences. This surge in popularity wasn’t limited to American series; other genres and international productions also saw a significant increase in viewership. The realistic nature of these series was crucial in forging a strong connection with the audience.