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the “truth” by those in positions of power and influence, such as the satirical “Frontline” series, which parodies contemporary current-affairs programs. Whilst a newspaper article entitled “Chopping decision to use a psychology student, rather than expert, and “…just slap him in front of a bookcase…” is a further example by the conversation between Jas and Brooke. When Jas question’s Brooke as to whether or not the story really was about a Sportswoman being dropped for poor form, Brooke sarcastically responds “There’s a lead story Jas, Player dropped due to bad form. That’s groundbreaking stuff”. During the interview with Allison, the sportswoman, Brooke prompts “…how many of team have it in for you…” to which Allison replies “Most of them”. However, shortly after the interview, Brooke rephrases the question to “How many of the team are gay?” lending the interview a new meaning, a meaning which was not originally intended to be portrayed and one which has been created through false representation. Again highlighting the way in which representation influences and shapes meaning. This use of comic exaggeration and contrast, typical of parody, raises questions about the ethics of journalism while demonstrating the power which the media holds.
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