Stuart Hall - reception theory

• What is the intended meaning producers want the audience to understand?

  To construct a programme appealing to audiences
• What typical conventions are included in the crime drama?

  Typical conventions of crime drama
• How does the character of Saga contribute to the programme?

  Offers something different and more challenging
• What setting is used in the programme?

  Scandinavian setting
• What elements entertain viewers in the programme?

  Complex narrative and intertextual references
• What genre's references are included in the programme?

  Film noir
• How might feminist audiences feel about the storyline?

  Empowered by strong, powerful women
• What relationship representation is included in the storyline?

  Lesbian relationship
• What issues does the narrative address?

  Gender issues
• What position might some audiences assume regarding the narrative focus?

  They may enjoy typical codes but feel uncomfortable
• How might audiences view Saga's behavior traits?

  With concern or difficulty connecting emotionally
• What might a more conservative audience respond negatively to?

  Swedish liberal attitudes to sex and gender
• How might Swedish and Danish audiences engage with the drama?

  They may feel cultural depictions are stereotypical
• What might an oppositional audience struggle with regarding Saga?

  Finding her a sympathetic character
• What type of audience may feel uncomfortable with the narrative focus?

  Some audiences with a negotiated position