Which of the Following Demonstrates the Necessity of Generic Transformation

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following demonstrates the necessity of generic transformation for a continually successful movie genre?

• A) A movie genre that has undertaken conservative themes retains the same message during a period when Americans are rethinking long-held political principles.
• B) A movie genre becomes unpopular for appearing relatively old-fashioned and silly to a new generation of filmgoers.
• C) A movie genre responds to a period of economic turmoil by failing to address, either explicitly or implicitly, anything concerning current events.
• D) A movie genre is largely made a field for repetitive sequels, while other genres find original ideas by embracing advanced digital video technology.
• E) A movie genre reinvents itself when a host of young directors decide to use its form to create allegories about America's "war on terror."

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Definitions:

Different Stages

Pertains to the various phases or steps within a process or development cycle.

Disjunctive Task

A type of group task that is solved best by the most capable member of the group, where the group's performance is determined by its strongest link.

Group Performance

The level of achievement or productivity of a team or group working together on shared goals.

Conjunctive Task

is a group task that can only be completed successfully if each member of the team performs their part; the group's performance is thus limited by the weakest link.