05 Representations of Age Flashcards
Name three case studies we have covered which represent age in the media?
Representations of Older Age: - Saga Magazine Cover - The Lady in The Van: Trailer Representation of Women: - Hidden Figures Poster.
In the SAGA Magazine Cover what was the key stereotype?
The key stereotypes for this cover were wise and experienced.
In ‘The Lady In The Van’ trailer what was the key stereotype?
There are many stereotypes which fit this representation. These are: slow, confused, grumpy, rude, and ready to die.
In the Hidden Figures poster what was the key stereotype?
This media text seems to challenge all stereotypes of women as it shows them as strong, intelligent, and independent.
Which media text fits the stereotype of wise and experienced?
SAGA Magazine cover.
Which media text fits the stereotype of slow, confused, grumpy, rude, and ready to die?
The Lady In The Van movie trailer.
Which media text portrays women as strong, intelligent, and independent?
Hidden Figures movie poster.
Does ‘The Lady In The Van’ trailer support or challenge patriarchy?
This representation challenges patriarchy as it shows an elderly lady living alone.
Does the Hidden Figures movie poster support or challenge patriarchy?
This poster challenges patriarchy as the women are in control and hold the main parts in the movie.
Does the SAGA Magazine cover support or challenge patriarchy?
The cover for SAGA Magazine supports patriarchy as it shows a man describing his ‘most daring adventure yet’.
What theory does the SAGA Magazine cover fit?
Uses and Gratifications
What theory does ‘The Lady in The Van’ movie trailer fit?
Uses and Gratifications
What theory does the Hidden Figures movie poster fit?
Uses and Gratifications.
