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Abstract

The conceptualization of media and communication studies necessitates a precise taxonomy of aesthetic, technical, and socio-technological phenomena. Formal techniques such as mise-en-abyme and mise-en-scène illustrate the structural complexities of visual representation, ranging from recursive imagery and infinite regression to the deliberate composition of cinematic frames. These definitions extend into the technical domain of audio-visual production, where mixing processes and specialized hardware facilitate the layering of sound and vision to create cohesive media collages. Concurrently, the rise of digital and mobile technologies has fundamentally restructured social interaction. Massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs) create persistent virtual environments for identity performance, while the evolution of the mobile phone into a personal mass medium has transformed interpersonal communication. This technological shift enables immediate emotional exchange and hyper-coordination within mobile communities, ultimately blurring the traditional distinctions between public and private spheres. Mobile media are characterized by their portability and their capacity to maintain social ties regardless of geographic proximity, reflecting a broader integration of digital tools into the fabric of daily social identity and mass communication. – AI-generated abstract.