United States of Disney?

We have been learning about the Media and its affects on the world in Mr. Barry’s elective. I find the thought of Disney one day owning every other company in the world a little bit scary, what about you? It seems that you have to be important and have money to get anywhere in this world. Do you agree and if so why? If you don’t agree, tell why.

Another major issue we have talked about is violence in the media. Every time you turn on the television, it’s always about violence. This is not a good thing and it is having many effects on the younger children watching it. Children are becoming less caring about the world's problems and are starting to think violence is acceptable in everyday life. Do you agree or do you have your own opinion? Please explain your thoughts…

Erin.B.

Mike says, "violence? What violence?"

Effects of stereotypes?

In Excel, we learned about how men and women are portrayed in the media. Through the videos we saw, we were able to learn that women are made out to be sensual in the ads in order to help sell their products, and that they are usually showing off their bodies, which has a negative effect on children today. In the movie “Tough Guise”, we saw how men are supposed to be tough and gain respect through violence and intimidation, as the media portrays "true" men as strong and buff.


My question for you is this. What is your view on men and women that are being portrayed in the media, and how do you think we can change the way that men and women are shown in the media? What kind of effect do these stereotypes have on the next generation?


Zach Y.