Discuss the below:
Analyzing All in the Family, "Gloria Discovers Women's Lib," (1971) https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3lr4pw
Background:
All in the Family was a popular television sitcom that aired on the CBS network between 1971 and 1979. The show revolves around the experiences of a working-class family living in the Queens section of New York City. In this episode, daughter Gloria begins reading about women's liberation and then informs her husband Mike that she wants to be an equal partner in their marriage. Mike disagrees with Gloria, and they have a major fight.
Watch the episode using the link above and then answer the following questions in an informal 1 ½ - 2-page essay:
In your opinion, did the episode offer a realistic portrait of sexism in 1970s America? Why? Why not? Please cite examples to support your interpretation.
How does this episode portray feminism? Please include examples.
What was the overall message of the episode? Did the humorous aspects of the episode add to or detract from that message?
Compare this episode of All in the Family with current portrayals of sexism and feminism on television. How are they similar? How are they different?
Please conclude your essay with at least one question for discussion. Choose a question that you think will both enlighten and enliven your discussion section.