Write any three differences between drama and film

The three differences between a drama and a film are :

i) The first basic difference between a drama and a film is the physical location. A drama is performed in front of a live audience whereas a film is not performed live. In a drama, the actor and the audience are separated by a distance of a few feet in a large auditorium. Every single member of the audience has to see the action as well as hear the dialogue very clearly. This is often why the actors on the stage speak very loudly and exaggerate their movements to reduce this gap. On the other hand, a film is produced by the use of a camera. This helps to bridge the gap between the performer and the audience. His performance is enhanced by the camera, lights and special effects.

ii) Another difference between the two is the content used. Drama involves performing arts which are well known. They are performed in many theatres all over the world such as Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and many others. The audience has already seen or read about such dramas and has a certain level of expectation. There is no suspense regarding the climax. The director, producers as well as the actors know the play by heart. But a film is a new script. People do not know the plot of the story. So there is no expectation on how a particular role is played. It is the responsibility of the director to cast those people who have the ability to give an excellent performance.

iii) The final difference is that the drama is performed in real time, but the film is not. Since a drama is performed in front of a live audience, there is no scope for a mistake or for forgetting one's line. The actors have to be smart enough to quickly fish a problem if any arises such as malfunction of a costume or an inadequate prop. The film can have as many retakes as possible if the director is not satisfied with the first one. The actor must have the proper concentration to be in a particular character at any time.