Blumler + Katz (1974)
Why audience members might consume a text
4 main reasons :
Diversion-escapismt from reality.
as a route of escapism from reality. I would usually watch a film or comedy, such as fresh prince of bel air or friends, as this has nothing to do with real issues which are going on. i also use the internet for escapism.

Personal relationships-i watch two soaps, Eastenders and neighbours.

Personal identity-constructing individual identity and characteristics from characters in the media


Surveillance- informational programmes, such as the news.
i like to watch the news once a day to know what is going on. I usually watch BBC 24 because you can watch it whenever.