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Parental Absence In Modern Narratives, Mario Avalos
Parental Absence In Modern Narratives, Mario Avalos
Undergraduate Research at FIU (URFIU) Conference
The protagonists of most fictional stories are characters whose origins often involve traumatic events that either lead to them wanting to do good in the world or wondering what their purpose really is. In many cases, this event is often something closely related to the central character’s parents. This “parental absence” can and generally does become a defining trait of the protagonist as they progress through life and, more evidently, through the immediate narrative. Considering the prevalence of this trope in television, film, literature, and other popular media, it is important to identify the recurring conflicts characters undergoing “parental absence” …
Counter Stereotyping Present In Grey’S Anatomy, Ashley Harwood
Counter Stereotyping Present In Grey’S Anatomy, Ashley Harwood
Undergraduate Research at FIU (URFIU) Conference
Stereotypes have always been present in society, but the rise in popularity of pop culture over the past decades has consequently affected the development of certain stereotypes. Prior studies have demonstrated how racial, ethical, and gender stereotypes are upheld in society and in the entertainment industry. The medical TV series Grey’s Anatomy, being a widely known and watched show, will be observed to see how the producers and writers of the show have depicted the characters, setting, and storylines in a way that challenges the preconceived notions of society. Characterization of the protagonists, such as the clothes they wear, their …