- How is the feminine set up as a contrast to the masculine, or vice versa?
- How are cultural norms either violated or reinforced through this media?
- Are similar characteristics/traits described/portrayed differently when a man or woman is present?
- What assumptions are being made about those who are watching (especially as they relate to gender)?
- Might any of these gender representations been cast differently with a different intended audience or genre?
- Who is included/excluded and why?
- Could any of these representations be considered inappropriate/offensive by some? If so, what, why, and how? And could it be potentially changed to be less offensive/more sensitive and still serve the same overall purpose? If so, how?
- What messages (whether overt or subtle) are communicated about what is appropriate for each gender through this media?
- In what ways does gender intersect with other statuses (age, race, class, sexual orientation, religion, immigration status) in this media? (again think of who is included/excluded here too)
- Can you think of any ways this representation could be improved to be more gender inclusive?
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