Representation

Throughout this lesson, we learnt about representation. Representation is defined as "How individuals represent themselves in groups and issues.

Stereotypes are formed when you see something which is common in society and when you see something which is similar you refer it to the common object before. It acts as a "visual shortcut" for an audience (This makes it easier to understand a character).

Archetypes are the ultimate stereotype. This specific representation goes into detail on a stereotype, so an example of this would be a "Brainless blonde bimbo". This would be a prime example as we would stereotype a character as stupid if there natural hair colour was blonde and they were caked in make up.

A countertype is the confusion of a stereotype. A character could be stereotyped as stupid, but as soon as you begin to develop an understanding of the character, you could realise that your stereotype of the character is the complete opposite of what the characteristics of that character is.