Focus Group

For my focus group I used a group of children aged between 8-11 as from my questionnaire I learnt that these are the age group of children that watch childrens television drama.

I showed them the opening sequences that I have analysed (Sabrina the teenage witch, Sleepover club, Zeke and Luther) and asked them what they liked and didnt like.

Sabrina the teenage witch

• 100% thought that the opening sequence could of been longer
• 85% thought that more than one character should of been introduced
• 40% said that more colour could of been used, as it looks quite dull as you watch it
• 60% likes that the logo was shown at the start of the opening sequence

Sleepover club

• 100% liked that each character was represented with a different colour to match their personality
• 95% liked the theme tune and the lyrics that go with it as they thought that the lyrics were very fitting for the programme and the backing track was upbeat and fun
• 75% thought it was good that the cast included boys and girls
• 100% said they liked that each character was introduced individually
• Only 15% said that the bubble effect made them want to carry on watching, 85% said it was distracting and too bold

Zeke and Luther

• 60% thought that the editing of this opening seuquence was too fast paced
• 100% liked that the logo of the programme was clearly shown at the end of the clip
• Only 35% liked the chequered effect of the special effects behind the actors names as they appeared on the screen
• 80% thought it was good that a few of the main characters were introduced in the opening
• 75% liked the theme tune to this opening sequence, they thought it was catchy and upbeat

I then explained a breif description of the ideas for my opening sequence and what they liked and disliked. They gave me their feedback:

• They all liked the idea of introducing each character as an indivdual, in sepearte scenes
• They don't think it should be too long, otherwise veiwers may loose interest
• They thought it was a good idea to have a fun, upbeat theme tune
• They said I should definately show the logo of the programme at the end of the opening sequence
• They said my general ideas were good and they would like to watch my finished product