Chosen Media Theory: Enigma Code
Ronald Barthes created this media theory to explain how plot holes and mysteries keep the audience engaged and to create suspence. The Enigma Code can relate to all puzzles, unexplained events, plot holes, mysteries, and questions that occur in the story. These elements can further encourage the audience to keep watching the show by incentivizing possible answers to unexplained questions.
Why This Works in my Project:
The mystery story about a detective trying to stop a thief from stealing a relic provides the perfect context for unexplained mysteries. For example, the questions I could pose to the audience could be: "What is this relic so significant," and "Where is the antagonist going to strike next?". These questions can delay the answers and push the audience to sit and wait for the potential answers getting revealed; plus, this gives me enough footing to potentially continue from my film opening into a full potential movie. This can also engage the audience by having them try to solve the mystery before it gets revealed, triggering a dopamine release which can leave a positive lasting memory for the viewer.
How I will Accomplish This:
- Using calling cards as potential mysteries waiting to be solved.
- Not revealing the antagonist's motives and history.
- Withholding information to create tension.
- not revealing the history and importance of the relic.
The Enigma Code is a great fit for my project because my story revolves around unsolved mysteries and decoding the calling cards. These mysteries can help elevate the concept of my plot and provide valid reasons for the audience to try and guess the mysteries and finish the show. These elements can help illustrate and create suspense and conflict which can further positevely impact my film opening.
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