Movies/TV Show: For this assignment you will need to watch a movie or TV show of your choice. The criteria of the movie/show must be that there is at least one male and one female character and there is interaction between them. They don’t have to be human! Be sure to indicate the title of the movie and a brief plot summary. Focus on the following questions to aid in your discussion.
What examples of gender stereotyping did you notice in the film/show? Did you find gender stereotyping to be more pronounced in the depictions of male or female characters? How were the main characters portrayed? Were minor characters portrayed differently?
What examples of racial/ethnic, class, or sexual orientation stereotyping did you notice?
Do you find racial/ethnic, class, or sexual orientation stereotyping to be more pronounced in the depictions of any particular group?
What theoretical framework would you use to explain the role of gender in the film/TV show? Explain your reasoning.
