The chosen trope is soldiers. They are typically a sign of a nation’s strength. Soldiers have always been a part of history especially during times of wars. The media would be heavily involved during wars. There would be propaganda, cartoons, newspapers etc. to depict their soldiers as the good guys fighting for the right cause.…
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Multiple Meanings of Medusa in Media
Above: This is a sculpture representing what Medusa from Greek mythology would have looked like; created by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 1630. The meaning of Medusa’s image has been changed and distorted through the centuries as different regions of the world have taken in her image and used it to convey their own meanings and…
Tropes in the Media: Doctors and Nurses
In the media, doctors and nurses are used to depict periods of war and chaos; It has ranged from both world wars– to today during the Coronavirus pandemic. While doctors and nurses fulfill the same role in healthcare, they often juxtapose each other. Doctors are used for acting as the role of a confident…
Tropes in Media: Black Pride Fists
The raised fist trope can be identified within many political movements, however, the fist has adapted to become a notable Black trope. Within the media it has become a symbol of resilience and power within the black community. Its origins for black people began during the civil rights movement. The fist was adopted as a…
Achilles in Media
Achilles was a hero from the ancient Greek story The Iliad by Homer. King of Phthia and commander of the Myrmidons he was a hero of the trojan war, and a warrior without equal. However, despite his remarkable strength Achilles is best known by many for his one weakness, that being his heel. Achilles’ body…
Hispanic Stereotypes in Media
Latin America is known for having a multitude of vast cultures and traditions across North, Central, and South America. You can ask people what those cultures are like, if you ask about food they’ll probably bring up spicy street food, tacos. You ask them to describe the outfits they wear, and they think of cowboy…
Heroes in the Media
One well known example of the hero trope can be found in He-Man and She-Ra, specifically on the cover of this book written by James Eatock. In this example there are bold colors and text surrounded by flying rock fragments, surrounding the two heroes’ names. She-Ra is clad in a golden ensemble and He-Man is…
Owl Trope in Media
What are some symbols that pop up when we think of knowledge and school? Perhaps the apple, a book, or a graduation cap. One big symbol that may come to mind is the owl. The owl trope is often used in media and marketing as a symbol of knowledge, learning, and prosperity. The symbolism between…
Tropes in Media – Snakes
The trope I have chosen is a snake. In the three examples I have chosen, snakes are used as a symbol of evil. This is generally achieved due to a widespread fear of these creatures. Above: Detail from Original Sin, Adam and Eve in The Garden of Eden, late c. 19th. In this image, you…
Banks: A Trope in Media
Example 1: (Illustration) Banks play a major financial role in our society through their responsibility to accept deposits from the public and make loans. Banks provide financial services and stability to our society and are at the center of most, if not all, monetary transactions. Banks represent dependability, trust, and our economy and are an…
The Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus in the Media
Both the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus are religious figures referenced in Christian literature as well as many other religions. Mary is the mother of Jesus and Jesus is the son of Mary. These two religious figures are commonly referenced in the media. They are often brought up to represent goodness, holiness, and power.…
Queerness and Villains In The Media
Villains, hate to love them and love to hate them. They’re cunning and come up with the some of the most diabolical, gruesome, and horrifying plans. They know how to make an entrance and make their presence known to others. Also remembered as loud and over the top, flashy and fashionable, our lovely villains are…
Tropes in Media: The Rainbow Color Scheme
Since the late 1970s, an image of a rainbow or a rainbow color scheme has been near synonymous with the LGBTQ+ community. Due to the incorporation of the rainbow on the Pride Flag which is often used to represent the community, the rainbow color scheme is a trope often used in media to indicate LGTBQ+…
Tropes in the Media- President of the United States
Different types of media depict important figures in different ways. The President of the United States is no exception to this rule. This first example is one I wanted to highlight in this post as my featured image. This one is very different from the others and is quite different from anything you would see…
The Raised Fist Trope
The raised fist is a powerful trope whose meaning has remained unchanged for over 150 years. Although the origin of this symbol is unknown, the raised fist has been used to show support for the oppressed, advocate for social change, and show that the current status quo will not be accepted. The power that this…