War of the Worlds- Orson Welles

 Words
Because the broadcast is from 1938, the words used are obviously different. Very
formal as the drama is presented as a news broadcast.

 Voices
The voices have a distinct sound, with a mid-Atlantic accent as was common in this
period of entertainment

 Speech
The speech remains formal, but at times the voices appear panicked when the
situation is reaching its climax

 Background music and ambient sound

Intro orchestral music

 Sound effects
Sirens, chatter, background voices, scraping noise, screaming.

 Silence
Silence is used when the reporter is analysing something and thinking how to
describe it.

 Aural signposting

 Fades and silences

 Titles and credits

  Cliff-hanger endings

 Narration
Narration is not used; the story is told through various news reporters.