Homework
Your task is to choose a current (e.g., in the last 12 months) television program or a film and conduct a content analysis that identifies the stereotypical portrayals used by the producers to condemn or endorse specific lifestyle choices.
1. Choose one of the major characters in the movie or TV program you've selected.
2. Describe their physical appearance; are they made to look attractive?
3. What role does this person play in the story? Is it stereotypical? Are they effective in that role?
4. What is this person's job? Is it stereotypical? Are they successful in their job?
5. Describe two or three specific actions taken by this person.
6. What was the outcome of each action? Was it positive or negative?
7. Do the actions/outcomes reinforce a stereotype?
8. Is the stereotype positive or negative?
9. How likeable and/or intelligent is this person?
10. How desirable is this person's lifestyle?
11. What are ways to mitigate the stereotyping portrayal you identified in your content analysis?
Be sure your analysis is informed by social psychology theory and research.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.