Tuesday

Do stereotypes change over time? Answer with specific reference to examples.

Intro - Define what stereotype is, briefly discuss the current issues surrounding womens roles in society and how they might have changed. include a quote.

Paragraph 1- Discuss examples from older historical films such as psycho where women are represented as weaker, explain how this reflects the zeitgeist.

Paragraph 2- Compare old version of TCM to newer version concentrating on how womens roles differ focussing on the final girl. I.e. inferior and passive in the first one, stronger and independent in the re-make.

Paragraph 3- Look at films such as bend it like beckham, and discuss the other side of the argument, how stereotypes of women might have remained the same.

Conclusion- Evaluate points made in the essay, state weather or not stereotypes have changed over time. Try to include quote.

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