Neev media exam

  Media Magazine reading - two articles on feminism and theory Read  Playing With The Past: Post-feminism and the Media  ( MM40 , page 64 -  our Media Magazine archive is here ). This is a great example of sophisticated media analysis and an indication of the level we want to be writing at by the end of the two-year course. 1) What examples are provided from the two texts of the 'male gaze' (Mulvey)?  Sexualised posing and costume,  Female characters are often dressed in revealing clothing that emphasises their bodies, making them objects of visual pleasure for the audience.  Camera work,  Close-ups and slow pans of women’s bodies focus attention on specific body parts rather than the character as a person.  Narrative positioning,  Women are sometimes presented as decorative or passive, existing primarily to be looked at or desired rather than driving the narrative . 2) Do texts such as these show there is no longer a need for feminism o...

  Everyday Sexism Watch the Everyday Sexism TED talk from Laura Bates (linked above) and answer the following questions: 1) Why did Laura Bates start the Everyday Sexism project? She had 3 bad experiences in 1 week. 2) How does the Everyday Sexism project link to the concept of post-feminism? Is feminism still required in western societies? It acts as a challenge and direct counter-narrative. 3) Why was new technology essential to the success of the Everyday Sexism project? So it was easier for women to talk about their experiences and share it with others to warn them. Also to raise women's voices about their concerns. 4) Will there be a point in the future when the Everyday Sexism project is not required? What is  YOUR  view on the future of feminism? No, it may always be useful because everyone in the world may not change and this platform will always be able to help women speak about their experiences. Media Magazine: The fourth wave? Read the article: The Fourth Wave...