Introduction
After defining that I will conduct a qualitative research, I started working on defining my research design methodology.
Research Design
In order to conduct my study, I will follow two main approaches to answer my research question:
- 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) and Frankenweenie (2012).
- Diagnostic Research: I will attempt to find a pattern between the protagonists of the before mentioned movies by examining their physical appearance, personality traits and backstory. The focal point will be to figure out which grotesque and uncanny characteristics these characters have and how they trigger an emotional response on the audience. To do so, I will elaborate a data collection tool (by adapting and editing preexisting studies from different authors and fields) to systematically gather information.
Conclusion
By analyzing the movies in form of case studies, I will approach my research in a systematic way of collecting data.