Thursday 24 April 2014

Representation and Ethics in Cartoons

Racial stereotypes: Rio 2 (2014), Aladdin (1992), The Little Mermaid (1989) and Dumbo (1941).


Why does the writer of the article believe Rio 2 is problematic in terms of its representations?
He believes that the lead characters are all voiced by white people. Then the villain characters and side kicks are voiced by non-white people.

What are PEPs and why are they an issue for racial representation?
PEPS are Problem contexts, Entertainment contexts and Performance contexts. Within PEPS, black people and other genotypes have to be associated with frustrating circumstances.

Why does Da Costa believe we end up with stereotypes in animation?
Stereotypes are used because of the costing of making an animation, it is easier and cheaper just to stereotype the characters.

What does Turbo say about social mobility?
Turbo says that social mobility is only available to white characters, its coming across that its the job of non-whites to facilitate it.



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