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Here are some guides to help you in analyzing the crime show you have chosen.

Plots

• Does the main character work through a situation to new growth and maturity?
• Are there unusual twists of events, odd complex plots with several dramatic events, or
• Are ordinary, realistic events and issues portrayed?

Characterization

Are the characters:

• Stereotyped or ideal?
• Heroes or villains?
• Complex or ordinary?

Audience appeal

• What is your program's appeal?
• Is it entertaining and humorous?
• Does it help probe life's real problems?
• Does it appeal to curiosity or mystery?
• Does it inspire one to think or to ask questions?
• Does it appeal to our fears?
• Is it visually engaging?
• Does it use sensationalism?