NonVerbal Television

The show I decided to watch was Probation Diaries, now I had never watched this show before but understanding the relationship was very clear with no sound because the parolee had pictures of their felonies on the screen.  As for the relationships well let’s just say the probation officers relationships vary some were smiling, some were pointing and shaking their head no, and some were using facial expression that showed discontent as the parolees either smiled back, shook their heads no, or begin crying or becoming upset.  The relationships were very tense based on their body language and environment.  I believe the expression and feelings were not mutual in most aspects and that it seemed like a parent chastising a child as they looked as if they are being reprimanded for their actions or verbal expressions.

The assumptions that I made about the plot and characters were that more chose to live by their own rules than follow the rules of the probation officer.  It seemed as if the probation officer was an adult sitter and that the nonverbal and verbal communication that they expressed was one of seriousness with praising when they did do what was expected.  I believe my assumptions would have been more accurate if I watched the show regularly and really knew the demeanor of the officers and the paroles if they were on weekly. 

In essence, watching a show I knew well would have made a huge difference as I knew the character’s personality and the storyline of the show.