Representation - An introduction

1)

• American Men
• American Women
• European Men
• Teenage girls

2)

American Men - A dominant portrayal because they are shown to be the stronger, smarter of the characters with a extensive rage of skills. They play the 'hero' role.

American Women - A dominant portrayal because they are shown to be helpless and weak towards the 'hero' when attempting to physically help with the situation about her daughter. She is shown as more 'feminine'.

European Men - A dominant portrayal because based off true, real world events between Europe and the US, they are seen as the villain of the two. Again being one of the smarter characters with a more 'masculine' aura.

Teenage girls - A dominant portrayal because they are shown to be weak and helpless in any given physical situation. Even if they struggle, there is no difference. They are vulnerable and always need someone to save them from something. They play the 'princess' role.

3)

• The father is shown as a very stereotypical 'masculine' character. Strong, smart and brave. The hero of movie who saves the 'princess' character.
• The teenage girl is vulnerable and weak to the other characters. She is in need of aid from the 'hero' character.
• The mother is shown as an emotional wreak in the movie. A very typical 'feminine' character trait among many movies. She wants to help but isn't smart or strong enough.