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First published: May 1, 2025 - Last updated: May 1, 2025

TITLE INFORMATION

Author: Jinyi Wu

Title: A Reflection of Gender Inequality

Subtitle: The Analysis of Bridget Jones's Diary through the Gender Perspective

Journal: International Journal of Linguistics, Literature & Translation

Volume: 8

Issue: 3

Year: 2025 (Accepted: February 15, 2024, Published online: March 3, 2025)

Pages: 11-15

pISSN: 2708-0099 - Find a Library: WorldCat | eISSN: 2617-0299 - Find a Library: WorldCat

Language: English

Keywords: Modern History: 21st Century | European History: English History | Cases: Fictional Victims / Bridget Jones; Types: Sexual Harassment / Sexual Violence at the Workplace; Representations: Films / Bridget Jones's Diary



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Abstract: »This study examines the 2001 film Bridget Jones's Diary from a gender perspective, exploring how the movie reflects gender inequality through its portrayal of body image, family roles, and career dynamics. Although the film is often categorized as a romantic comedy, it subtly critiques societal norms and gender disparities. The analysis reveals that the protagonist, Bridget, is subject to body standards shaped by mass media, which are predominantly influenced by the male gaze. The film's portrayal of Bridget's body, particularly in intimate scenes, highlights the unequal representation of men and women in terms of physical exposure and objectification. Furthermore, the family dynamic in the film exemplifies gender inequality through the division of labor, where women, despite being at the center of family life, are still relegated to secondary roles, while male authority is implicit in family decision-making. Lastly, career-related gender segregation is evident, with Bridget initially employed in a lowstatus position and later facing sexual harassment in her new job as a journalist. The film portrays the contrast between female and male characters, with men holding more prestigious and well-paid roles. This analysis contributes to the ongoing discussion of gender inequality in popular culture, providing a fresh perspective on a well-known film and offering insight into the subtle ways gender bias is perpetuated in everyday life.« (Source: International Journal of Linguistics, Literature & Translation)

Contents:
  Abstract (p. 11)
  1. Introduction (p. 11)
  2. Literature Review (p. 11)
  3. Significance (p. 12)
  4. Methodology (p. 12)
  5. Arguments and Evidences (p. 12)
    5.1 Gender Inequality Reflected in Body (p. 12)
    5.2 Gender Inequality Reflected in Family (p. 13)
    5.3 Gender Inequality Reflected in Career (p. 13)
  6. Conclusion (p. 14)
  References (p. 14)

Wikipedia: History of Europe: History of England | Fiction: Fictional victims of sexual assault / Bridget Jones | Film: Romantic comedy / Bridget Jones's Diary | Sex and the law: Sexual harassment / Sexual harassment in the United Kingdom