Gay Stereotypes In The Media Analysis

It is proving difficult to portray homosexuality without some form of stereotype in media. This is because this very standard life allows easy identification of homosexuality in media. Therefore, in television shows, when a homosexual character is presented, the orphan seen in a stereotypical fashion. When the audience sees the stereotypes present in a certain character in a television show, they get a general idea of what to expect from the show, even if the idea is vague, it is based on an extension of the stereotype it's in. This is simply because what was earlier considered invisible, has been cast brought to the visible screen. Hence, the basis of this essay is to explore gay archetypes which exist in media. An archetype can be described

It is a recurrent symbol for literature. Therefore, the aim of this essay is to find evidence to support the hypothesis that these primitive archetypes are used for easy identification of homosexual and transgender identities in media. For the purpose of analysis, HBO's series Looking has been selected. To integrate course concepts into the artefact selected on with this essay will briefly touch on how the camera negotiates want the audiences, kind of affection shared between the main characters and the types of bodies seen on screen.

Representation in media

The identity of homosexuality seems to originate from a stereotype, so much so that sometimes it seems that homosexuals have created their identities based on such stereotypes. The ideal for me, is either effeminate or manly. These are not true identities at all, as homosexual male identities are formed from predated stereotypes of femininity. The audiences have allowed this idea to propagate as it helps to understand this very identity, which was once invisible in media productions. The mannerisms of a homosexual character have been exaggerated in order to make it easier for audiences to notice it. Certainly, the main characters of the show are neither effeminate or manly. Austin, Russel and Raul are

238). Traditionally, media is reluctant to show affection between two gay men. This means that when the heterosexual couple would be shown kissing, in the same scenario, a homosexual couple would be hugging. The storylines remain more or less the same, whereas both heterosexual and homosexual couples are shown to have similar phases in relationship and are shown dealing with similar stressors, the handling of physical display of affection is done in contrasting manner. One could almost say that heterosexual scenes are dealt in an aesthetic manner and the treatment of homosexual scenes is almost cringeworthy. Taking example of the popular sitcom, The modern family, in similar scenarios, Claire and Phil would be kissing whereas Mitch and Cam would be hugging. The awkward manner in which affection between the homosexual couple is displayed on screen reflects the constrained mindset of the producers. A scene where the discomfort