Wednesday, 15 July 2015

Gender Stereotypes

Aurora:

  • Beautiful - a priority shown by one of the fairies blessing her with beauty - creates the image of an 'ideal' woman.
  • Unproportioned waist
  • Sensitive / overt emotion - collapsing into tears when she finds out she is not marrying her true love.

Prince Phillip:
  • Strong
  • Brave
  • Handsome
  • Determined - went after the love of his life even though he faced setbacks and struggles
  • Athletic
The Queen:
  • Beautiful
  • Name is never mentioned - only King's because the male is dominant 
  • Only speaks during bad times - e.g. when child is taken away
The Prince's Father:
  • Old
  • Wise
  • Supportive of his son - even if he wanted to marry a peasant girl
  • Would do anything to be move up in class



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