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Petrie in Pink & Tutankahmun on Fire
Egyptology on TV
Dr Chris Naunton The Egypt Exploration Society
Exploring and Inspiring since 1882www.ees.ac.uk
‘it is likely / not impossible / the most plausible scenario’ is replaced with ‘it is’ ‘we cannot rule out’ tends to get lost!
Understanding the need for compromise
Need to lose the instinct to cover all bases and provide justification
Clear and concise, aesthetically appealing
Television is entertainment for most – audience is not guaranteed, constant need to hold attention
Aim is to grab the audience and pass on as much info as possible while you’ve got their attention
Failure to compromise would lose the audience entirely
Trusting the film-makers – they are really good researchers, writers etc.
And very understanding and willing to listen
Press & Media promotion is part of the job – representing the research in a less controlled environment