Media sources like television and movies influence the way individuals behave and perceive society. In particular, children have become one of the most targeted groups in marketing, television programming, and movies. As a result, children learn from what the media presents to them. In American society, one of the most known sources of media is Disney and its movies. In our collaborative project, we will conduct research on how Disney movies have influenced the way children perceive whiteness and racism. Each group member will select one Disney movie and do an in-depth study on its portrayal of whiteness and minorities. Additionally, every group member will provide a brief summary of the film and she will identify portrayals of stereotypes and class hierarchical structures. We will concentrate on racist depiction of characters, caricatures, whiteness, and racist dialogues. We will also pay close attention to the musical productions and lyrics of the songs in search of any subtly racial implications. Likewise, we will compare and contrast the movies to see how they convey racist messages and consider how these depictions and stereotypes shape the ways people think about others in American society. We realize that the films have undergone editing over time, so we will research any editing done pertaining to race. Lastly, we will consider and give accounts on how these movies have influenced our perceptions and how its ramifications may be still be part of our daily lives. It will also be an essential part of our project to consider how we can change this trend to educate children on anti-racist practices and fairness among different groups.
Table of Content
History of Disney - Past and Present
1 Pocahontas
2 The Fox and the Hound
3 Aladdin
4 Mulan
5 Dumbo
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