Michael Jackson - Billie Jean context, analysis and MM article
1) What was the budget for Billie Jean ? How did this compare with later Michael Jackson videos? The budget for "Billie Jean" was 300,000 dollars 2) Why was the video rejected by MTV? Billie Jean was rejected by MTV as it was argued that it didn't suit their demographic of middle class America. 3) Applying Goodwin's theory of music video, how does Billie Jean reflect the genre characteristics of pop music video? Goodwins's Genre theory suggested that media products appeal to audiences through repetition and difference. Billie Jean accomplishes the repetition element of this through the following conventions: lip synching, dance routine.performance, expensive/high fashion wardrobe and lyrics linking to the video. 4) How do the visuals reflect the lyrics in Billie Jean ? Even though there isn't a direct reference, Billie Jean is referenced throughout the song, as a character who is claiming that MJ got her pregnant. A clear reference between visuals and l...
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