What is a typical 48hrs of television?

Michael Ferns DFTV1 RSAMD
What do I watch on television?

02/11/09

7:00am BBC1 ‘Breakfast’ (on television)

I watch ‘Breakfast’ to catch up on the latest headlines before leaving for the Academy in the morning. I always like to know the most recent news before the day begins – I guess its just habit now.
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7:00pm DAVE ‘Dragon’s Den’ (on television)

I have always enjoyed this show. Although I know how contrived it is, it is pure entertainment for the same reason that one watches the likes of the ‘X-Factor’ auditions. Also because the nature of the subject matter, new and innovative business ideas, interests me.

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9:00pm BBC1 ‘Life’ (on television)

The BBC produces another fantastic, beautiful, informative and entertaining nature piece by the legendary broadcaster and naturalist, David Attenborough. This is, by far, my favourite type of television programming. The BBC are truly the masters of this genre!

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03/11/09

7:00am BBC News24‘BBC News’ (on television)

To catch up on the latest headlines.

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7:30am Channel 4 ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (on television)

Although it follows the same formula as all other American sitcoms, I find it to be very clever, well delivered and most of all, hilarious! It is relaxing to ease into the day with a half hour of light comedy.

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6:00am Channel 4 ‘The Simpsons’ (on television)

No matter how many episodes you have seen, it never fails to provide clever, witty humour. A classic.

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10:00pm ITV3 ‘Taggart’ (on television)

This is an integral part of Scottish televsion culture. Although a little embarrassing, I must admit, it was one of my inspirations to begin filmmaking. It’s a safe formula that never fails to intrigue.

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04/11/09

6:00am BBC News24 ‘BBC News’ (BBC News website)

I often check the website for more specific news items. The website separates the types of news so that you can read and watch the news you want, when you want.































Michael Ferns DFTV1 Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama