Introduction
This week, I focused on defining which research approaches I was going to apply in my research.
Research Design
- Qualitative Research: I will focus on a descriptive analysis of Tim Burton’s movies and the emotional impact the characters trigger on the audience.
- Case Studies: I will examine the main characters of some of Tim Burton’s most influential animated and live action movies in form of case studies. The movies are: Beetlejuice (1988), Edward Scissorhands (1990), The Nightmare Before Christmas (1994), Corpse Bride (2005), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007) and Frankenweenie (2012).
- Diagnostic Research: I will make a diagnosis and attempt to find a pattern between the protagonists of the before mentioned movies by examining the physical appearance, traits and gothic elements. In addition, I will compare and contrast them in order attempting to find a common reason on how the audience may experience an empathic response.