Friday, 6 March 2009

Representation of Men and women

Representation of Women

Beauty (within narrow conventions)
Size physique
Sexuality
Emotional (as opposed to intellectual dealings)
Relationships (opposed independent/freedom)
Part of a context - family, friend
Often take role of the helper. (propps)
Clueless
Weak
Calm
Subservient
passive
soft
seductive
often a victim
inferior

Representation of Men

Strength (physical and intellectual)
Power
Sexual attractiveness
Physique
Independent (of thought and actions)
Isolated, do not need to rely on other members.
Active
Dominant
Bread winners
Superior
Main characters
Don't reveal emotion
Aggressive
Hero
In control
In action
Secretive
Strong

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