Cinema And Cinema

Rosina Lippi-Green's article "Teaching Children How to Discriminate - What We Learn From The Big Bad Wolf" (1997) examines the discrimination and stereotypes toward different race, ethnicity, gender, religion, nationality and region that Disney presents in their animated films. Lippi-Green also points out the use or misuse of foreign accents in films, television and the entertainment industry as a whole. Such animated films are viewed mainly by children. Lippi-Green makes a central argument in which she says that children are taught to discriminate through the portrayal of the different accented characters in Disney films.

Although cinema is now a priority, some feel as if cinema is no longer the cinema when it was first established. Movies no longer have that special feeling like viewers once had. Today, films are not only shared within a theater, if one pleases they could always have the same experience elsewhere. Moreover, with technology expanding, it takes away the importance cinema once had. “The

What images come to mind as one reflects upon his or her childhood? Playgrounds, blackboards, and soccer balls may be among the fondest of memories. Yet, for many, mermaids swim their thoughts, princesses get swept off their feet, and lions roar to their royal place in the animal kingdom. Disney films have captivated the American culture for years and have become a pivotal part of popular culture as well as a form of education. However, these films have devoured the youth of America and, in the process; have perpetuated an institutionally racist society based on harsh stereotypes. Minorities are often underrepresented, and even completely left out, of many Disney films such as Dumbo (1941), The Lion King (1994), Aladdin (1992), and

People of all races enjoy a good film or tv show but, they sometimes are not being represented equally. Representation matters because, it is important to teach the younger generations about their race’s worldview on what they find normal. Kenneth and Mamie Clark conducted a psychological study where, “children were shown two dolls, one black and one white. They were asked to choose which one they preferred, which one was ‘bad’ and which one was ‘good.’ The results were the same across races: the children generally preferred the white doll and saw that doll as ‘good’…. but it is really no surprise if you look at the media these children are consuming”(The

Movies have the ability to transport people to different times and places and distract them from ordinary everyday reality. They allow for a range of emotions to be experienced. At their core, movies examine the human condition. There are plenty of deeper truths woven into screenplays and plenty of lessons to be learned, even when an individual is solely seeking entertainment.

“The biggest mistake we have made is to consider that films are primarily a form of entertainment. The film is the greatest medium since the invention of movable type for exchanging ideas and information, and it is no more at its best in light entertainment than literature is at its best in the light novel.” - Orson Welles

During the process of producing a television series, the demand for the producers to introduce their characters with only their highlighted traits make it impossible for viewers to gain a deep understanding of the community that the characters represent. One of the stereotypic traits that is usually seen on movies and television shows is societal difference that each race is placed into. Michael Omi in his article In Living Color: Race and American Culture stated that “in contemporary television and film, there is a tendency to present and equate racial minority groups and individuals with specific social problems” (546). There are many films and television shows found today that ground racial minorities into a specific social problems that are related to the color of their skin. It can be inferred from the current popular culture that this stereotype still persists.

American television appears to be more racially inclusive than ever, with shows like: ABC’s Blackish, which feature an African American family, and ABC’s Fresh Off the Boat, which represents an Asian American family. However, the white status quo still remains very much relevant in today’s television. Minority actors still receive less screen, and when they do, they act in unbelievable ways. Television has had a profound effect on society’s beliefs and attitudes based on what it portrays and how it does so, including how watchers view not only themselves but others as well. Representation of various racial communities- African Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and Latino Americans- more frequently and in a better light can provide

As a man in my early adulthood, viewing current children’s media is quite disturbing. The lack of diversity found in the numerous shows and books sponsored by companies such as Disney and Cartoon Network greatly supports how the American cultural norm is reinforced even at a young age. While there have been plenty successful attempts at trying to decompose the ideology of American norm, many have failed to cater to the kids not fitting into the norm. As a result, these children are often disillusioned with their unsuccessful effort in not meeting society’s standards. The famous musical Disney movie Mulan explores how a young girl and in some cases young boys may cope with not conforming to the norm of marriage, body image, and gender.

Films have been shown in public for over a century (Earlycinema), and in that time they have become a common and treasured pastime for children and adults. No matter what is going on in the world, film can provide a source of escape and give the viewer a chance to step into another world (McCracken, 2010). However, even in another world it is important for the viewer to see traces of their own world to make a connection to the film. One way that viewers can relate to a fictional world is through relatable characters such as characters of their own race, gender or class. Unfortunately this is not always the case, and oppressed groups tend to be underrepresented in film and media in general.

This country has been described as a “melting pot” of different ethnicities. To put it into statistics, the United States’ population in 2014 accounted 37.9 percent minority. No matter who they are, people come together to enjoy whatever Hollywood has produced; whether it’s cinematic masterpieces or tasteful television productions. In fact, 46 percent of all movie tickets sold in the United States were purchased by people of color in that year (Hunt et al). They would all come together to watch a movie that hopefully would be able to showcase what America looked like today; however, they would be faced with disappointment. The lack of representation is apparent as people gaze upon the silver screen. After a study by the Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies, where they examined 163 films, it is revealed that 12.9 percent of the lead roles were claimed by minorities. The study reports that it’s a decline from the 16.7 percent in comparison to the year prior. Furthermore, it’s not just the silver screen where diversity lacks- television is another victim. In cable scripted television shows, white actors had 78 percent of the 1120 roles, observed by the same study, while minorities accounted for 22 percent in the 2013-2014 season. With many wonders as to why the lack of diversity is prevalent, it still happens and Hollywood isn’t hosting a fair playing field between actors in the majority and minority. If and when Hollywood uses diverse actors in their projects

Ever since its first introduction in 1893, motion pictures have become a remarkably successful medium that portray drama and arouse the audiences’ emotions. It allowed for the audience to escape from the hassles of everyday life and immerse themselves into the world of the story’s narrative. From the 1920s to the 1960s, motion pictures began to dramatically develop, building on the practices established from the previous years of film. Prior to this period, motion pictures were only silent films. In 1927 and the early 1950s, the addition of sound and color began to revolutionize film aesthetics and the industry as a whole.

Films and movies hold much than we can guess, they reveal a lot of vices and rots that are happening in society. Others give a history of a particular society, its beliefs, culture and their standard of living in the society. Films are used to disclose the social responsibilities in a given season and customs, moral values, societal worries and other cultural practices.

Films have the power to both influence and reflect society. The stereotypes prevalent throughout American culture are reflected in most films. While the United States is becoming an increasingly diverse country, this diversity is not portrayed within American cinema. Minority figures often occupy

Film Industry has been expansively affected by the changes in technology. The mechanical and digital innovations give cause to the influence of equipment, distribution and the way in which films are made and consumed. New trends shape directors and filmmakers to expand creatively towards telling stories in motions. The film industry has developed to one of the most important tools of communication, it's cause so powerful affecting the way individuals and societies think, act and behave. Among the new Era approaching film, and seeing celluloid film fade is that of the Digital Era and a camera that saw celluloid films passing hastened.