Class blog for SUNY Fredonia HIST/WOST 359, Meeting TR 3:30-4:50 p.m., Spring 2011. Taught by professor Jeffry J. Iovannone.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Stereotypical Casting
I really am interested in the casting of stereotypical roles in Hollywood. After doing some research I found an article that talks about 'Hollywood's 6 Favorite Offensive Stereotypes'. #6. The Magic Negro (think Bruce Almighty or Shawshank Redemption) usually prisoners, janitors, etc. that knows from his heart and has a level of "earthy wisdom". #4. The Latina Maid (Spanglish, Maid in Manhattan, Mad Money). #3. The Mighty Non-Whitey (Bringing Down the House, Money Talks) where a majority is forced to stay with a minority that they may not like but eventually develope a love for. You get the idea, there are more. Here is the site -- http://www.cracked.com/article_15989_hollywoods-6-favorite-offensive-stereotypes.html . Stereotyping is everywhere! Can we break this mold?
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