In my opinion, the definition of fanfiction is more than just a story based on a piece already published. I think it can also include videos that are like parodies of a movie or book. It still has the same criteria of the stories you see on fanfiction.net. The story and characters are still based on something previously published. Plus, it's made by a fan (well, I guess they aren't always fans but still).
One parody that I really liked was based on the Twilight series. It was about a middle-aged woman who is convinced that her co-worker is a vampire like Edward Cullen. It's funny because she was so delusional about it. The end was kind of cheesy though because he did end up being a vampire. Well, I guess the concept wasn't cheesy but it was the way they did it.
Anyway, I think having this visual form of fanfiction can be even more effective than a written form. For one, more people are probably more willing to watch something opposed to reading a fanfic. It’s a form of social media that people get drawn more easily. Why do you think YouTube is so popular? It’s because it’s easy to just press play and watch a video then make a comment on it.
Do you agree? Would you more likely read a fanfiction or watch a parody of a book/show/movie?
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The nice thing about parodies is that you usually only have to be vaguely familiar with a series to enjoy it, whereas with a fanfiction you usually have to know it well enough to read stories about the most minor characters.
ReplyDeleteI loved the video, but I agree, the ending wasn't that great. It was brilliant right up until that part.
i love parodies i think there a great way to have a laugh and the entertainment value is great. i agree with amy as well you don't really need to know alot about the a series in order to enjoy parodies
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