Authors:
- Esther Tochi Nwafor: -

- Ogbu Esther Micheal: -

Abstract: »This study analyses stereotypes against women in two Hollywood movies; “Mulan” and “Woman King”. The textual analysis method was used to analyze two (2) Hollywood movies “Woman King” and “Mulan”. The Interpretative Analysis was used and the study was anchored on the theoretical assumptions of the Liberal Feminist Theory. Thus, the findings of the study show that the movies portray the desire to not yield to white outside forces and the urge to topple oppressive and stereotypical systems. The guide is sisterly love and black love. The “Woman King” specifically is one rare opportunity that sheds light on the collaboration of Africans in one of perhaps the darkest tragedies of humanity; the slave trade. Moreover, not many Hollywood historical movies look into the pre and colonial-era exploits of the black race in a positive light. “Mulan” on the other hand is an adventurous and active young woman who to the dismay of her family, brought honor to the family. As so many stereotypical natures of societies as portrayed in plenty of Hollywood movies, she was arranged to meet a matchmaker to demonstrate her fitness as a future wife; but following a few mishaps, the matchmaker deems her a disgrace to the family. It is therefore recommended that there is the need for more establishment of movies in the Hollywood industry that portray the powers of women, what they stand for, and how powerful they could be if united.« (Source: Global Journal of Arts Humanity and Social Sciences)

Contents:

	Abstract (p. 357)
	Introduction (p. 357)
	Statement of Problem (p. 358)
	Objectives of the Study (p. 358)
	Research Questions (p. 358)
	Conceptual Review (p. 358)
	Representation of Women (p. 359)
	Media Representation of Women (p. 359)
	Representation of Women in the Hollywood Film Industry (p. 360)
	Empirical Review (p. 360)
	Theoretical Framework (p. 361)
		Liberal Feminist Theory (p. 361)
	Research Methodology (p. 362)
	Data Presentation and Analysis (p. 362)
		The plot in the Movie “Woman King” (p. 362)
		The Plot in “Mulan” (p. 362)
		Themes in the Movies “Woman King” and “Mulan” (p. 362)
		Woman King (p. 362)
		The Theme of Sisterhood (p. 362)
		The Theme of Slavery (p. 363)
		The Theme of Feminine Strength (p. 363)
		The Theme of Rape and Vengeance (p. 363)
		Mulan (p. 363)
		The Theme of Gender (p. 363)
		The Pride of Being a Warrior (p. 363)
		The Theme of Bravery and Courage (p. 363)
		The Theme of Family (p. 363)
		The Theme of Identity (p. 363)
		The Theme of Unconditional Love (p. 364)
	Data Analysis of the Research Questions (p. 364)
		Research Question One: How are women portrayed in “Mulan” and “Woman King” in the Hollywood Film Industry? (p. 364)
		Research Question Two: What are the stereotypical elements ascribed to women in “Mulan” and “Woman King in the Hollywood Film Industry”? (p. 364)
		Research Question Three: To what extent do “Mulan” and “Woman King” reinforce gender stereotypes in the Hollywood Film Industry? (p. 365)
		Research Question Four: What are the most common roles female characters play in “Mulan” and “Woman King” in the Hollywood Film Industry? (p. 365)
	Conclusion (p. 365)
	References (p. 365)

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