USES AND GRATIFICATIONS

INFORMATION - The audience will learn more

about the theme of child
kidnap.
- Learning about this theme
satisfies curiosity and general
interest on the subject matter.
- The audience will be finding
out about relevant events in
the world.
- The audience can gain a
sense of security through
knowledge of the subject
matter.
PERSONAL IDENTITY - Finding models of behaviour:
Zoe being forceful at the end
of the opening sequence may
inspire people.
- They may be able to identify
with Zoe.
INTEGRATION AND SOCIAL - They can gain insight into the
INTERACTION circumstances with others.
The audience will feel more
empathy for victims of kidnap
e.g. Kate and Gerry McCann.
- They can identify themselves
with those who are victims of
kidnap.
- Social interaction with others
who have watched Dark
Summer.
- Watching Dark Summer
enables one to connect with
family, friends and society.
ENTERTAINMENT - Escapism. Being diverted from
personal problems.
- Relaxing/ being scared.
- Cultural or aesthetic
enjoyment.
- Filling time.
- Emotional release.