LFTVD - Hall and Representation
Stuart Hall's theory of representation states that white, middle class, heterosexual men have the most power in the media industry and therefore representations of women and ethnic minority characters tend to be reduced to a very stereotypical, often negative portrayals.
How far do you agree that this is true in Stranger Things?
This is depicted as true through the character of Jim Hopper, as he is seen to be in power during the episode. When introduced he is seen as a slob and careless of his actions, yet when we find out that he is sheriff it is a surprise. He shows no concern to showing up late to his job, as he is the boss, and pays no hospitality to his 'receptionist' when she has something important to tell him - all he says is 'coffee and contemplation'. This demonstrates his power over others within the show as he can get away with being tardy and rude. Furthermore, when he is speaking with Joyce, he patronizes her in saying that her in making assumptions about her child and placing him within a statistic of '99 times out of 100'. He brushes off her concern, and focuses on his own needs and wants. This depicts women as minority characters within the show.
Despite this, Joyce proceeds to try and break this representation by taking thins into her own hands and pressing the issue in order to demonstrate her strength and determination. She even reiterates Hopper's previous statement in her own favour by saying 'what about the other 1'.
How far do you agree that this is true in Deutschland 83?
Although we see many men of power within the show, this idea isn't completely true. Martin's Aunt is depicted as a very powerful and strong women of high authority, successfully breaking this stereotype of women being minority characters. The influence she holds over Martin's life is significant in reinforcing this.
How far do you agree that this is true in Stranger Things?
This is depicted as true through the character of Jim Hopper, as he is seen to be in power during the episode. When introduced he is seen as a slob and careless of his actions, yet when we find out that he is sheriff it is a surprise. He shows no concern to showing up late to his job, as he is the boss, and pays no hospitality to his 'receptionist' when she has something important to tell him - all he says is 'coffee and contemplation'. This demonstrates his power over others within the show as he can get away with being tardy and rude. Furthermore, when he is speaking with Joyce, he patronizes her in saying that her in making assumptions about her child and placing him within a statistic of '99 times out of 100'. He brushes off her concern, and focuses on his own needs and wants. This depicts women as minority characters within the show.
Despite this, Joyce proceeds to try and break this representation by taking thins into her own hands and pressing the issue in order to demonstrate her strength and determination. She even reiterates Hopper's previous statement in her own favour by saying 'what about the other 1'.
How far do you agree that this is true in Deutschland 83?
Although we see many men of power within the show, this idea isn't completely true. Martin's Aunt is depicted as a very powerful and strong women of high authority, successfully breaking this stereotype of women being minority characters. The influence she holds over Martin's life is significant in reinforcing this.
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