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This presentation delves into the themes of gender inequality and the portrayal of women in media. It highlights the film "9 to 5" (1982), showcasing the extreme measures taken by women against sexual harassment in the workplace. The connection is made to the unhealthy dynamics present in rape cases involving power imbalances. Additionally, Queen Latifah's empowering song "Ladies First" emphasizes women's positive attributes. The analysis also critiques a Ry-Krisp advertisement that reinforces beauty standards, linking it to societal expectations, similar to those seen in the narrative of a young girl's birthday gift of an apron.
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Movie: 9 to 5 Date Made: 1982 Description: This film is about a group of women working in an office. After being sexually harassed and demeaned at work, the group kidnaps their boss in an effort to get revenge. Connection: The film scene I chose was the clip dealing with harassment when the boss . I am connecting this scene to the rape cases where men have been in positions of power
Ladies First by Queen Latifah Description: This song by Queen Latifah is titled, “Ladies First.” The song is a positive portrayal of women. Lyrics: Believe me when I say being a woman is great, you seeI know all the fellas out there will agree with meNot for being one but for being with one NO CONNECTION NEEDED
The advertisement I chose is for Ry-Krisp wafers. In the ad, the designers are portraying sexuality and reinforcing expectations of women by reinforcing an image of beauty. Connection to Class: I am connecting this ad to the reading that discussed the little girl who received an apron for her birthday. Although, the apron is not a sexual portrayal of women, it still reinforces an expectation on women.
Interview • List your five questions • Question: What did you learn about your mother as a result of this interview?
