Stereotyipical Characters

A perfect example of a stereotypical female character in a TV Drama is Naomi Clarke from the American programme 90210.

The character Naomi portrays a girl with a 'perfect' image. She always has a full face of imaculate make-up. In addition to this her personality can vary from feisty and determined to weak and dependant on the male characters. In this picture it shows her revealing alot of skin and the use of light makes her look radient and glowing therefore portraying the idea to viewers that all girls should always look glammed up and 'beautiful'.

It also influences girls and making them believe that they have   look and act like these  stereotypical characters to be noticed

   by men.

An example of a stereotypical male character is 'Dodger' from the British TV Drama/soap 'Hollyoaks'. He portrays a young man probably in his early 20's. Both his appearance and attitude can be seen as very stereotypical. Firstly he has a strong body with 'rippling' biceps and a six pack which portrays an image of every girls dream man. In addition to this his attitude is 'bad boy' as he as a character is a player and confident that he can win the 'pretty' stereotyped girls. Frequently in TV dramas the 'sexy' characters are the ones that have a reputation and can have an influence on viewers as they expect men to look or behave like this. It can also influence men to try and be like these stereotypical characters. 





Similarities between me and a character

Amy Barnes - Hollyoaks

In terms of looks I think I am nothing like my chosen character as she has long blonde hair and blue eyes whereas I have quite short brown hair and green eyes. However I think that in some aspects my personality is similar becuase at times she can come across as shy and lacking confidence which I can too. Although similarly to me when she is in a friendly environment with people she knows she 'blossoms' out and becomes more confident and talkative. In addition to this she is good hearted, kind and caring as she regualry puts others before herself. Therefore in some ways I think we are similar as I try to put others before me.