audiences
Television is constructed to appeal to audiences and their beliefs, values, and backgrounds.
Different television shows and their genres are adapted to particular audiences in order to appeal to them. Can you think of shows that you watch and why you watch them? Is it because they appeal to your values or do the characters share the same interests? |
Characters are also used to appeal to audiences and gain their attention.
Television shows use characters to captivate viewers and form a place where a relationship is developed. Television constructs characters that relate to people in terms of their values, backgrounds, beliefs, and interests. We most likely come back to watch more of a show because the characters appeal to us. |