Sam fender

• Who is the artist of the music video "17 Going Under"?

  Sam Fender
• Why is the music video "17 Going Under" relevant for students studying media studies?

  It is a set text for exams from 2024
• What does the establishing shot of the urban street represent?

  A working-class area according to Stuart Hall
• How does the close-up of the singer affect audience engagement?

  It represents him as important and engaging
• What does the slow-motion shot of the woman and child represent?

  They are depicted as free and untrapped
• What contrast is presented between urban and outdoor nature areas in the video?

  Urban areas feel trapped; nature feels free
• What does the montage of shots in the video signify?

  The narrative is unclear and open to interpretation
• How does the wide-angle shot of the singer in the crowd represent him?

  He stands out and feels isolated from others
• What emotions are conveyed through the shots of the singer driving?

  He appears sad, pensive, and thoughtful
• What does the fast-paced nightclub scene represent in the video?

  Life is chaotic and frantic for the singer
• How does the portrayal of masculinity in the video reflect societal norms?

  Men are shown repressing emotions and not crying
• What themes do the lyrics of the song address regarding masculinity?

  Repression of emotions and mental health issues
• How are female characters represented in the music video?

  They show close relationships and also conflict
• What does the singer's costume symbolize in the video?

  His working-class background and identity
• What does the shot of the singer rising above rooftops represent?

  His rise above his background and struggles
• How does low-key lighting contribute to the video's themes?

  It emphasizes sadness and difficulty in life
• What does the desaturation of street shots convey?

  It creates a grimy and depressing reality
• How are working-class individuals portrayed in the video?

  As living in poverty and facing struggles
• What regional elements are represented in Sam Fender's music video?

  Northern English identity and slang usage
• How does the video depict the impact of government policies on individuals?

  It shows a negative view of government support
• What does the representation of drug culture in the video suggest?

  Young people are tempted by a drug lifestyle
• How is the mother character depicted in the video?

  As potentially neglectful and struggling with addiction
• What do the letters and gin bottle on the table represent?

  The mother's struggles with debt and addiction
• What does the negative portrayal of the Department of Work and Pensions signify?

  It reflects distrust and lack of support for the needy
• How does the indie genre typically represent social issues?

  Through gritty and bleak representations
• What are the key themes explored in the music video "17 Going Under"?

  • Representation of working-class struggles
  • Masculinity and mental health issues
  • Impact of government policies on individuals
  • Drug culture and its temptations
  • Relationships and emotional connections
• How does the music video challenge gender conventions?

  • Shows women in close emotional relationships
  • Depicts women fighting, challenging stereotypes
  • Highlights universal struggles for all genders
• What visual techniques are used to convey the video's themes?

  • Establishing shots of urban settings
  • Close-ups to engage the audience
  • Montage for narrative ambiguity
  • Low-key lighting for somber mood
  • Desaturation for gritty realism