Characterization

While watching one and only one episode of Jersey Shore, i noticed many scenes which contributed to the "reality television" factor of the show. In particular, characterization is consistent throughout during scenes where individual characters discuss their personal reflections/ opinions on what had previously happened. While these characters are reflecting and expressing their opinions, we simultaneously built opinions of them as well. For example, a character in Jersey Shore may say something that is stupid or ignorant to me yet could be funny and acceptable to someone else. These opinions are continually built throughout 'seasons' of reality television episodes and allow us to become interested or disinterested.