Why are you selecting topic (personal viewing history, connection to our class, etc.) 2. Class concepts youexpect to draw upon in your analysis (intersectionality, framing, ideology, interpellation, hegemony, representation, stereotyping, othering, etc.) Critical Points To Consider: Due to the basic nature of this proposal, portions can be substantially recycled as the introduction to your final analysis paper.

QUESTION

Movie name: Dangal. (2016) Please watch the movie first.

The entire paper should about Gender, Race, and Class in the Media.

Length: Between 1½-3 pages,Proposal and Final Analysis Overview Double-spaced, 1-inch margins, 12-point Times or Times New Roman

Sources: Most of the sources you draw upon in your final analysis will likely be course-related sources, such as definitions of key theoretical approaches and concepts. There might be sources used to provide background, context, and depth to your analysis, but you are being tasked with analyzing a media artifactor phenomenon, not writing a research paper.

Mandatory Points to Discuss:

1. Why are you selecting topic (personal viewing history, connection to our class, etc.)

2. Class concepts youexpect to draw upon in your analysis (intersectionality, framing, ideology, interpellation, hegemony, representation, stereotyping, othering, etc.)

Critical Points To Consider: Due to the basic nature of this proposal, portions can be substantially recycled as the introduction to your final analysis paper.

ANSWER

Gender, Race, and Class in the Media: A Critical Analysis of the Film “Dangal” (2016)

Introduction

The film “Dangal” (2016) serves as an intriguing case study to explore the complex interplay of gender, race, and class in the media. This proposal aims to discuss the reasons for selecting this topic, the class concepts to be utilized in the analysis, and critical points to consider. By analyzing the film’s portrayal of gender, race, and class, we can gain insights into the representation, stereotyping, and othering prevalent in the media landscape.

Reasons for Topic Selection

I have chosen to examine the film “Dangal” due to its captivating storyline and its relevance to our class discussions on media representation. Additionally, the film provides a rich exploration of gender roles and the intersectionality of race, class, and culture (Febriyanti, 2022). By critically analyzing this film, I hope to deepen my understanding of how media narratives shape our perceptions and reinforce or challenge societal norms.

Class Concepts to be Utilized

In this analysis, I will draw upon several key class concepts to shed light on the dynamics of gender, race, and class in the film “Dangal.” These concepts include:

 Intersectionality: By exploring the intersection of gender, race, and class, we can understand how these aspects of identity influence and shape the experiences of the characters in the film.

 Framing: Examining the film’s framing techniques will allow us to uncover how certain narratives are prioritized or marginalized, potentially reinforcing existing power dynamics.

 Ideology: Analyzing the underlying beliefs, values, and norms embedded in the film will help us understand how they contribute to the construction and perpetuation of gender, race, and class hierarchies (Sanusi & Bahfiarti, 2018).

Interpellation: By examining how the film addresses the audience and invites identification, we can analyze how viewers are positioned within certain social categories and power structures.

 Hegemony: Exploring the dominant ideologies and power relations depicted in the film will reveal how certain groups maintain and exert control over others.

 Representation and Stereotyping: Investigating the portrayal of characters and groups in the film will uncover how media constructs and reinforces stereotypes based on gender, race, and class.

Othering: By examining the processes of othering in the film, we can understand how certain groups are marginalized and rendered as outsiders within societal narratives.

Critical Points to Consider

The film’s portrayal of gender dynamics and the challenges faced by female characters in a patriarchal society.

The depiction of race and cultural identity, particularly in relation to the dominant narrative and social norms.

 The role of socioeconomic class in shaping the opportunities, aspirations, and limitations of the characters (Zahroh, 2023).

The potential subversion or reinforcement of societal norms and power structures in the film’s narrative.

 The impact of the film’s representation and stereotypes on viewers’ perceptions and understandings of gender, race, and class.

Conclusion

By critically analyzing the film “Dangal” through the lens of gender, race, and class, we can gain valuable insights into the complex interplay of these factors in the media. This proposal has outlined the reasons for selecting this topic, the class concepts to be employed in the analysis, and the critical points to consider. By undertaking this analysis, we aim to deepen our understanding of the ways in which media influences and reflects societal attitudes, and contribute to ongoing discussions on representation, stereotyping, and othering in the media landscape.

References

Febriyanti, E. (2022, May 19). ANALYSIS OF MORAL VALUE AND STRUGGLE OF PARENTS WITH HIS CHILDREN IN “DANGAL” FILM. Febriyanti | Prosiding Seminar Nasional Inovasi Pendidikan. https://e-proceedings.iain-palangkaraya.ac.id/index.php/PSNIP/article/view/788 

Sanusi, I. N. C., & Bahfiarti, T. (2018). REPRESENTASI PEREMPUAN DALAM FILM DANGAL (SEBUAH ANALISIS DISKURSUS KRITIS). KAREBA : Jurnal Ilmu Komunikasi, 7(2), 212–218. https://doi.org/10.31947/kareba.v7i2.6891 

Zahroh, F. (2023). Analisis Pola Asuh Orang Tua Dalam Membentuk Karakter Dan Relevansinya Dengan Pendidikan Islam (Studi Pada Film Dangal Dan Room). Analisis Pola Asuh Orang Tua Dalam Membentuk Karakter Dan Relevansinya Dengan Pendidikan Islam (Studi Pada Film Dangal Dan Room), 3(1), 25–42. https://doi.org/10.54471/nusantara.v3i1.34