An Analysis of Stereotypes of Characters in American Films — Taking Three American Films as Examples
Journal: Arts Studies and Criticism DOI: 10.32629/asc.v6i5.4599
Abstract
With the development of intercultural communication, concepts conveyed in films attract public attention.Using literature review and film analysis, this paper analyzes stereotypes in three American films — Crazy Rich Asians, Zootopia, and The Bad Guys — to answer: How are social groups represented and stereotyped? Positive stereotypes may simplify communication, but negative ones fuel prejudice and hinder interaction.The paper concludes with suggestions for reducing stereotyping and enhancing intercultural competence.
Keywords
stereotypes, character stereotypes, American films, development of intercultural competence
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[6] Sheng, Y.M.A Brief Analysis of Stereotypes in Animal Characters from Zootopia.MINGRIFENGSHANG.2022;(14):41-44.
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[8] Zuo, B.Stereotype:Content and Forms.Wuhan:Central China Normal University Press;2015.
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