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The 2004 Television series Lost directed by J J Abrams is a mainstream text that employs various different techniques to increase the shows demographic and appeals to both a passive and an active audience.

One technique that Abrams uses is that of an ensemble cast. This diverse range of characters of different ages, races and ideologies helps to appeal to a larger demographic and engages a more mainstream audience. Furthermore each character of the cast get a more equal amount of screen time which helps keep the show fresh. Also more people can relate to the program.

Another device used to gratify a mainstream audience is the score for that series which is by Michael Giacchino. This non diegetic sound helps to make the viewers passive and creates emotions and mood. Furthermore it helps to add tension to certain scenes.

Furthermore Lost is riddled with Enigma codes which help to keep the audience guessing and interested. Also they are often placed before advert breaks to keep the audience engaged with the text. This will help to gain more revenue for the program.