representation of race.

Question 1

what is the representation of race?

Answer 1

how different racial groups are portrayed in Film, TV, News etc.

Question 2

examples of race representation?

Answer 2

historically, media has often depicted racial minorities through stereotypes that perpetuate prejudice and reinforce hierarchies.

Question 3

what effects do stereotypical representations of minority races have?

Answer 3

these portrays can influence public perceptions and reinforce systematic racism.

Question 4

what is ethnicity?

Answer 4

refers to a group of people who share a common cultural heritage, including language, traditions, religion and often shared ancestry.

Question 5

what is race?

Answer 5

race is associated with physical characteristics like skin colour and facial features, often used to group perceived biological differences.
its a socially constructed concept with no scientific basis in genetics.

Question 6

what does BAME stand for?

Answer 6

Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic.

Question 7

examples of stereotyping in the media?

Answer 7

Line Of Duty the leading and more powerful roles are all white and middle-class. The officers that are often in the wrong or are getting investigated are ethnic minorities.

Question 8

what is racism?

Answer 8

the individual and systematic manifestation of uneven distribution of power and prejudice related to culturally defined ideas of race.

Question 9

what are the 4 types of racism?

Answer 9

Internalized racism
interpersonal racism
structural racism
institutional racism.

Question 10

what is internalized racism?

Answer 10

lies within individuals, their private beliefs and biases influenced by our culture.
can be unconscious or psychological rooted

Question 11

what is interpersonal racism?

Answer 11

occurs between individuals and biases occur when individuals interact with others and their private beliefs affect their public interactions.

Question 12

what is institutional racism?

Answer 12

within institutions and systems of power. they have unfair policies and discriminatory practices of institutions that routinely produce racially.

Question 13

what is structural racism?

Answer 13

among institutions

Question 14

what is multiculturalism?

Answer 14

the coexistence and recognition of diverse culture, ethnic and social groups within a society.
promotes the idea that different cultures should be respected, valued and allowed to maintain their unique identities.

Question 15

example of a piece of media that demonstrates a multicultural society?

Answer 15

Ackley Bridge, multicultural society but isn’t always respected, constant friction.
sex education, good representation of everyone and their experiences.

Question 16

what is post colonialism?

Answer 16

critical framework that examines the lasting effects of colonialism on former colonies and their societies.

Question 17

what is colonialism?

Answer 17

when one country takes control of another country and territory, often by forces, and exploited it for economic, political and cultural benefits.

Question 18

what is legacy?

Answer 18

the effects of colonialism persist even after the colonizers have left, influencing the political, social. and economic structures of former colonies.

Question 19

what is Orientalism?

Answer 19

the way western cultures depict the East as exotic, backwards, uncivilized and in need of western invention or domination.
these stereotypes justify colonial domination and continue to shape western perceptions.
Edward Said.

Question 20

what is Hybridity?

Answer 20

the mixing of cultures as a result of colonialism.
blending elements of indigenous and colonial cultures.

Question 21

what is subaltern?

Answer 21

populations that are socially, politically, and geographically outside the hegemonic power structure. these are the voices that are often marginalized or silenced.
Spivak

Question 22

what is hegemony?

Answer 22

the dominance of one group over another, often maintained through cultural means. dominant groups use media and culture to maintain their power subtly.
Gramsci

Question 23

what is a counter-narrative?

Answer 23

postcolonial theory encourages the creation and promotion of narratives that challenge these stereotypes and offer authentic representations of postcolonial societies.

Question 24

what is cultural hybridity?

Answer 24

media from postcolonial contexts often reflects hybrid identities showcasing the blend of indigenous and colonial influences.

Question 25

what is challenging dominance?

Answer 25

postcolonial media often seeks to resist and challenge the dominance of former colonial powers, presenting stories from the perspective of the colonized.

Question 26

what is empowerment in terms of post-colonial theory?

Answer 26

highlighting stories of resistance and resilience empowers formerly colonized peoples and reclaims their history and culture.

Question 27

what is neo-colonialism?

Answer 27

modern globalization can perpetuate colonial- like dynamics, where powerful nations dominate global culture and economy.

Question 28

what is media flow in terms of postcolonial theory?>

Answer 28

the flow of media content rom powerful western nations to the rest of the world can reinforce cultural hegemony, but there are also increasing flows of media from postcolonial nations that challenge this dominance.

Question 29

what is political control?

Answer 29

imposes its political systems, laws and government structures on the colonized region. indigenous leaders are often replaces/controlled.

Question 30

what is cultural dominance?

Answer 30

the colonies language, religion and cultural practices are imposed on the indigenous population. indigenous cultures, languages and traditions are often suppressed and marginalized.

Question 31

what is imperialism?

Answer 31

refers to a policy or practice by which a country extends its power and influence through colonisation, military force, or economic control over other territories or nations.
involves political and economic subjugation.

Question 32

what is cultural imperialism?

Answer 32

the spread or imposition of ones culture’s values, beliefs and practices over another culture such as language, religion, norms and behaviours.

Question 33

what is often the aim of imperialism?

Answer 33

extracting resources, expanding territory, or asserting dominance.

Question 34

examples of cultural imperialism in the media?

Answer 34

Hollywood dominance.