I Daniel Blake

• What is the title of the film discussed in the guide?

  I Daniel Blake
• What section of the Media Studies exam does I Daniel Blake belong to?

  Section B of component 1
• Who directed I Daniel Blake?

  Ken Loach
• What is the name of Ken Loach's production company?

  16 Films
• Which French company partnered with 16 Films?

  Why Not Productions
• Why couldn't 16 Films and Why Not Productions distribute I Daniel Blake?

  They are not vertically integrated
• Who handled the distribution and marketing for I Daniel Blake?

  E1 Productions
• What additional funding sources were needed for I Daniel Blake?

  BBC and BFI
• What genre does Ken Loach primarily focus on?

  Social realism
• How does Ken Loach's reputation influence I Daniel Blake?

  His fame attracts funding and audience interest
• Why is Ken Loach's name prominently featured in marketing materials?

  He is the unique selling point
• What type of films does the BBC typically fund?

  Niche and culturally significant films
• How does the film I Daniel Blake portray British society?

  It shows regional areas and niche storylines
• What filming technique was used due to the low budget?

  Filming on real locations
• What role did the BBC play in the film's production?

  Provided funding and ensured educational content
• What is the primary theme of I Daniel Blake?

  The grim realities of the benefits system
• How does Ken Loach's political stance influence the film?

  It presents an anti-conservative narrative
• How does the film's regional setting affect its audience appeal?

  It narrows the audience to niche viewers
• Why was I Daniel Blake less successful in America?

  Regional accents made it hard to understand
• What marketing strategy was used to engage older audiences?

  Traditional media like newspapers and magazines
• How did E1 Productions engage the target audience through the Daily Mirror?

  Published articles as if written by Daniel Blake
• What prestigious award did I Daniel Blake win?

  Palme d'Or
• What is guerrilla marketing?

  Unconventional marketing tactics in public spaces
• How did E1 Productions use guerrilla marketing for I Daniel Blake?

  Projected quotes on political buildings
• What demographic is more likely to support Labour in the UK?

  People from the north of England
• How did the film's premiere location reflect its themes?

  It was held in Newcastle, highlighting regional issues
• Who attended the premiere of I Daniel Blake?

  Jeremy Corbyn
• What was the BBFC rating for I Daniel Blake?

  15 certificate
• Why was I Daniel Blake given a 15 certificate?

  Emotional and disturbing scenes
• What is a potential downside of digital downloads for films?

  Increased risk of piracy
• What is the impact of a film's classification on its audience?

  It affects who can view the film
• What is the significance of the film's educational value?

  It informs audiences about poverty in Britain
• What other films might be relevant for the Media Studies exam?

  Straight Outta Compton and Black Panther
• What is the purpose of the guide to I Daniel Blake?

  To provide essential exam information
• What are the key production companies involved in I Daniel Blake?

  • 16 Films
  • Why Not Productions
  • E1 Productions
  • BBC
  • BFI
• What are the main themes and messages of I Daniel Blake?

  • Social realism
  • Critique of the benefits system
  • Exploration of poverty in Britain
  • Political commentary on austerity measures
• What marketing strategies were used for I Daniel Blake?

  • Traditional media (newspapers, magazines)
  • Guerrilla marketing (projections on buildings)
  • Engaging older audiences
  • Targeting left-wing demographics
• What are the implications of the film's low budget on its production?

  • Filmed on real locations
  • Use of unknown actors
  • Emphasis on social realism
  • Limited use of technology and special effects
• How does Ken Loach's political stance influence the film's narrative?

  • Anti-conservative themes
  • Focus on social issues
  • Left-wing ideologies
  • Critique of government policies