Thursday 22 May 2014

Representations and Ethics in cartoons




Why does the writer of the article believe Rio 2 is problematic in terms of its representations?
The writer thinks that they way rio 2 portrays a few things is wrong. For example the voice actors are all latin american and african american and because of all the characters in rio 2 are jungle characters this could be seen as being rasist.

What are PEPs and why are they an issue for racial representation?
PEPs are problem contexts, entertainment contexts and performance contexts. They're are a issue for racial representation because it is known that in PEPs that black people are stereotyped as being the "bad" people in animations. Dr Charles Da Costa states "Within PEPs, black people and other genotypes have to be associated with vexing circumstances,". In family animations white people are used more frequently because it is said that people can relate and associate better with them and this is what causes the problems. It brings our certain stereotypes and makes it out that the black ethnicity is often characterised as villainy, athleticism and mockery. 

Why does Da Costa believe we end up with stereotypes in animation?
Da Costa believes that one of the reasons we end up with stereotypes in animation might be because "Decisions on character and performance must be made quickly in order for design and production processes to commence and advance." 
  
What does Turbo say about social mobility?
Turbo 2013, a film about a snail who aspires to race. It comes across that whites are favoured more. For example they are targeted and used for their stereotypes (Mexicans run a taco stand). 


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