Lois Lane becomes a damsel in distress when she is captured by the ultra sphinx because she was was wearing a radioactive crown jewels given to her by Atlas. Samsung said that he gave her the crown jewels because he wants the help of superman in order to defeat the ultra sphinx. They wanted to lure superman because “We[Atlas and Samsung] couldn't fight the ultra sphinx without help…so…so…we led it here”(Morrison). Grant Morrison illustrates Lois Lane as a dependent, therefor she has to get a rescued by superman or any male character in general. Lois Lane is unable to move until Superman saves her and assures her Lois that she is safe, “It’s okay Lois, I got you”(Morrison). This text suggests that Lois Lane is incapable of saving herself, one could even argue that the superpowers endowed to her by superman are utterly useless. By giving Lois Lane super powers, Grant Morrison would be appealing to the female audience instead he writes Lois as someone who “…is constantly in need of rescue by superman”(Lavin). …show more content…
There is “comics which do portray strong, interesting heroines” yet they “…still pander to young male readers”(Lanvin). Women are still being illustrated in over sexualized outfits to appease the male audience. Female writers have began to change this and are catering specifically to the female audience. There has been evidence that “…female fans are becoming more visible and vocal”(Lavin). As more women began to show interest in comic books, “…it is hoped that the negative portrayal of women in comic books will diminish”(Lavin). Comic books need to revisualizes the female character and start to accurately portray the modern female rather then illustrate a over sexualized female of men’s fantasies. Students, boys and girl, read comic books furthermore authors should write comics that can relate to both genders(Kan). This will not only increase overall sales but it will also promote gender
Often in videogames female roles are over sexualized and over dramatized within the limited supportive roles that they play, often playing the role of the sidekick. When their the protagonist they’re reduced to nothing but sex icons to appeal to men. Often scantily dressed and a bust size within the D cup and up range. Characters like Lara Croft of the Tomb Raider Series debutting in 1996 and Bayonetta in her own series called Bayonetta which released in 2010. Yet even though they are far apart in terms of release they both feature a lead female role whom dresses in an obscene manner. Why is this? The simple truth is that sex sells, games with female characters with mini skirts and tight shirts generally manage to sell decently well. This causes an issue in the min...
Women aren’t represented as incompetent, but rather as limited. In “The Woman Precedent Female (Super) Heroism on Trial”, Julie O’Reilly analyzes the distinctions between the ways male and female superheroes are “put to the test” in narratives. She also describes how male superheroes are the ones who are accepted into the world of fighting and protecting against evil; while the females have to go through much more than males in order to be recognized for their efforts. “What really is on trial, then, is a female superhero’s ability to be a fully recognized subject” (O’Reilly 452). The “heroine in her own right” should be acknowledged just like how male superheroes are recognized. Female superheroes deserve the right of being able to do just as much, and possibly even more, than a male superhero can and they should be given the appreciation as well as the acknowledgment that they rightfully deserve. For example, one book written by Stieg Larsson called “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” depicts the life of a very strong female protagonist. The literature illustrates two people who are trying to solve the mystery of the disappearance of a young girl in the 1940’s but the woman isn't getting much credit or motivation as the other characters.
Immanuel Kant’s accounts is most plausible in this case. The choices Superman makes are always done out of perfect duty. The concept of categorical imperative, follows along with the majority of the actions Superman takes. Superman’s decision making is done out of good will which is a “good in itself.” Some might say that Aristotle’s accounts is most plausible in this case. Everything about Aristotle’s ethical theories points to Superman performs virtuous acts which leads to a life of happiness. Lex’s actions not only harms others, but also harms his chances of cultivating a virtuous character. The drawback of Aristotle’s theory in Superman’s case is Superman’s longevity. Aristotle’s theory, makes it so that one can only obtain happiness at the end of their lives; there is no telling what the future holds, Superman might not always take the correct actions. In the case of Mill’s theory, one can see that neither of Superman’s identities seek out higher pleasures; one only sees him live his life day by day; either stopping the bad guys or writing articles about bad guys. So out of the three theories Kant’s is most plausible for this
Manga and the Intended Audience: An Analysis of the Gender Diversity in Boy Princess and Wandering Son
Marvel heroes and villains have a variety of powers and abilities. Among things like super strength,
For over 60 years, Wonder Woman has filled the pages of her magazine with adventures ranging from battling Nazis, to declawing human-like Cheetahs. Her exploits thrilled and inspired many young girls, including Gloria Steinem. Through all of this, she has had to pilot her invisible jet through territories that her male counterparts have never had to. She is constantly pulled in two directions; her stories must be entertaining and non threatening to the male status quo, while simultaneously furthering her as the original symbol of 'Girl Power.' She is praised for being an icon of strength to women everywhere, but chastised for wearing a skimpy costume and tying men up, as if she were no more than a male fantasy. No comic book character has had to endure as much scrutiny as Wonder Woman. That's because Wonder Woman represents an entire gender, at a time of important social flux. Although she was created by a man to influence a male audience, Wonder Woman has evolved into an important symbol of the feminist movement.
Kant: Wow Darwin you either did not read the book, or you completely missed what was going on. Superman had superpowers that consisted of super hearing, super vision, super strength, and flying.
For hundreds of years, women argue that they have made an effort to gain equivalent equality with men. They bicker that don’t get the same opportunities as men do. Women believed they are being held back just because they are women. I, as a college student, do not see these issues in my everyday life. In Katha Pollitt’s article, The Smurfette Principle, she argues that in cartoons, the directors favor men over women as the lead roles in their cartoon series’. I believe that in society, there are no feminism, or Smurfette principle, attributes involved in any cartoons, nor is it entangled into the everyday world.
For instance, Susan Storm is a heroine that is a member of the Fantastic Four. She is known as the Invisible Woman and her superpower is invisibility and can, also, create an invisible force field. Although she is powerful, her emotions (a characteristics of being feminine) intervene with her greatness. According to Mainon and Ursini, “Invisible Woman turn[s] invisible when emotional, as if being switched off from communicating her deeper needs. Managing the balance of femininity versus masculinity, and passion versus repression, becomes the primary challenged of many female action characters” (Minon, Urini 17). Susan Storm is the only one from her team to be unable to control her emotions; hence, she literally becomes the invisible superhero compared to her other male colleagues. Consequently, the real heroes are the men. Stabile’s work on sexism and superheroes mentions that men are the “real” heroes because they are physically stronger. Stabile said, “to US culture in general, the someone in need of protection is invariably female or feminized (typically women and children, but sometimes the elderly and animals). The active roles of both protector and threat are masculinized— strength and power being the foundation of masculinity ” (Stabile 87). The inequality between heroines and heroes due to the description and meaning of “femininity,” separates the heroes and the vulnerable heroines. Because
Preview of contentions (roadmap): First, we will talk how today’s media limit superheroes context into two categories: “slacker” and “macho.” Second, we will discuss how media is pervasive and influential in reinforcing stereotypical gender behaviors and characteristics. Lastly, we will provide a solution to lessen stereotypical contents in superheroes stories through the media.
“But the life of a superhero is fraught with stress: Saving the city (or planet) from nefarious plots of evil-do-ers; and the hassles of daily life…” (deLusé 187). Superheroes are known to save mankind and defend the Earth, but what most people do not consider is the amount of stress these heroes deal with on a daily basis. The obstacles they must overcome include coping with their alter ego and superhero stress, keeping a secret identity and surpassing the expectations set for them.
Being able to fly, to defeat all the villains of the world, and having supernatural power are just some of the supernatural characteristics of a superhero. However, these characteristics are the personification of what society would indicate to be the perfect man; or, depending on what superhero, a woman. I grew up admiring and idolizing Superman. From wearing his underwear to owning every one of his videos, I yearned to become Superman. This, however, was obviously impossible. Superman can fly, create a laser beam from his eyes, and he can lift the heaviest of objects. Thus, not being a totally clueless kid, it was the ideals of being a man, that superman possessed, that I tried to copy: having incredible strength, being flagrantly courageous, and being heroic. This, through my admiration of Superman, is what I thought a man should be.
Personally, I don't think literature or media of today respect women but tend to over sexualize them. One common example of this would be Playboy magazine. Playboy is a magazine that strongly appeals to men because of its depictions of nude or semi-nude photographs of women. Others may perceive Playboy to be pro-feminism because it promotes the female body and chooses not to practice censorship. However, in my opinion I believe that the women in these issues are considered as nothing but objects of desire and are taken advantage of to further Playboy magazines profit. In fact, just recently Playboy has announced that they would no longer be featuring nude women in their issues, I see this move as nothing but a pathetic attempt to gain more
The article expounds upon the characters: Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Poison Ivy. The author discusses how these female fatales were seen as a threat because of their power and authority. They are objectified because they used their sexuality in order to achieve their goals. For example, Batman recounts to Albert, his butler how Harley Quinn used her sexuality in order to advance her goals to become a psychiatrist during graduate school. In the franchise, the characters exhibit a defiance of societal norms. As a result, the women are portrayed as dangerous and monstrous. However in order to survive in society, they each rely on their displays of sexuality and seduction to advance their motives. For example, Poison Ivy uses her feminine symbols such as kisses and flowers for destructive purposes. The author adds how there are differences between male and female villains, especially when it comes to verbal connotations of labeling. They are often underestimated, especially when fighting men, who are hindrances in the women’s path. However, they are also punished when they are seen as “too powerful”. For example, the Joker punishes Harley Quinn when she comes closer than hi to defeating Batman. These female fatales exemplify what
...get less attention than male’s. “On boys’ favorite TV shows, male characters are frequently portrayed at work, while the occupations of nearly half of female characters are unidentified.” This is damaging because boys will begin to think that either women are lazy and can’t find work, or their work is not important enough to be seen as something to regard.