The media and film industry have achieved positive progress in terms of showcasing different perspectives and underrepresented groups. However, for decades, Hollywood has been criticized for its lack of inclusivity for women and minority groups. The entertainment industry is under constant pressure to diversify its range of stories and be more inclusive. One area that is under or misrepresented is the status of women and people of color in Hollywood. These groups are severely underrepresented in the media and film industry. Women and people of color have fewer opportunities, leading to a smaller group of accomplished individuals in the entertainment industry. Women and minorities have been stereotyped and underrepresented in films and entertainment.

Over the past few decades, people have become more aware of the importance of diversity and inclusivity. The lack of diversity in the film and television industry has made this problem worse. The fight for gender equality is ongoing, especially for women in male-dominated fields. However, female character development has lagged behind male character development due to the gradual increase of women's roles in the industry (Amaral et al., par1). Prejudice against successful women is also common in the film industry. Women are usually portrayed as sex objects or forced to dress provocatively to be considered attractive. Discrimination against women is a significant obstacle for women who wish to work in the industry. Additionally, women are usually represented in minor roles, and female performers usually play supporting roles to male leads. The lack of female representation in creative leadership positions such as writers, directors, and producers is also a significant factor. Hence, few women are inspired to join Hollywood, where they are less likely to achieve senior positions or lead roles. This leads to the underrepresentation of female talent in the entertainment industry.

Moreover, minorities are also inaccurately portrayed in media productions. The entertainment industry has a history of dehumanizing minorities, particularly African Americans. Black people still experience significant barriers to full equality with whites due to the legacy of slavery. There are negative stereotypes about black people, and they are often portrayed as aggressive, reckless, servile, cowardly, ignorant, and unintelligent (Kumah-Abiwu, par1). Black actors are often seen playing degrading roles that normalize white supremacy at the expense of people of color. The media plays a significant role in shaping the public's perception of societal issues, and these negative stereotypes can adversely affect how people perceive minorities. Minorities are frequently reduced to stereotypical, derogatory roles and depicted as subordinate to white people.

Similarly, the Asian American community has also been subjected to prejudice and underrepresentation by Western media. Asian men are often perceived as weaker than their Western counterparts and need to maintain their good reputation. On the other hand, sexuality is a significant issue for Asian women, and they are expected to submit to their male partners (Paner, p13). Despite the country's diversity, media portrayals of Asians and Asian Americans are often stereotypical and harmful. Stereotypical caricatures reduce the chance for Asian individuals to see themselves as they are and see Asian women as strong and independent.

The Importance of Diversity

The entertainment industry needs to be more inclusive and diverse to combat the negative impact of stereotypes on individuals and society. When a specific group is continuously stereotyped negatively, it can damage their reputation. Moreover, diversity in the industry can lead to better opportunities for underrepresented groups (Li, par12). For instance, non-white performers are often ignored for leading roles because of the predominance of white characters in screenplays. If productions were written to be more diverse, performers of color will have more chances to showcase their talent. Additionally, diverse representation encourages the development of rich, nuanced characters and promotes a welcoming environment for all groups.

As the film industry moves forward, there is a push to make it more inclusive for women and marginalized groups. Several movements, such as #OscarsSoWhite and #MeToo, seek to encourage diversity and increase representation in Hollywood. Their aim is to give women and people of color more opportunities in various film roles, including producers, filmmakers, directors, videographers, and lead actors. Their efforts have been successful in opening doors for more women and people of color to take leadership roles in film and television. However, there is still work to be done to ensure that the industry is fully diverse and inclusive.

There is a counter-argument to this push for diversity, which is that filmmakers should have the freedom to cast their movies with anyone they choose, regardless of diversity. While it is important to have a diverse cast, some filmmakers may simply fulfill diversity and inclusion requirements superficially. Hiring minority actors just to fulfill quotas may produce negative stereotypes and biases. These attitudes can be harmful to marginalized communities. Filmmakers should not see diversity as a means to a goal, but rather as a way to develop characters truthfully. Nowadays, audiences are demanding more honesty and accuracy from filmmakers, and film diversity is perceived as a trend. Consequently, more filmmakers should focus on being honest and true to the diversity of audiences and representation.

Although gradually improving, women and marginalized communities are underrepresented in the film and television industries. Films often perpetuate harmful preconceptions and biases against members of marginalized communities. For instance, most women in cinema only play supporting roles, and they still experience sexism and injustice in Hollywood. Achieving equal representation is indispensable in promoting diversity in Hollywood since it represents an honest portrayal of society for under and over-represented communities. Movements have emerged to promote diversity and equality for women and marginalized communities in the film and entertainment business. These campaigns have played an important part in making the industry more welcoming and diverse, although there is still a long way towards achieving full equality.

Works Cited:

Amaral, L. A. N., et al. “Long-Term Patterns of Gender Imbalance in an Industry without Ability or Level of Interest Differences.” PLOS ONE, vol. 15, no. 4, Apr. 2020, pp. 1-15.

Dhami, Amir. “The Capitalization of Diversity within the Film Industry.” Sociology Mind, vol. 11, no. 03, 2021, pp. 105-123.

Galan, Fernanda. “Opinion: Forced Diversity Is Ruining Your Favorite Forms of Entertainment - the Arizona State Press.” Statepress.com, 2021, www.statepress.com/article/2021/11/opinion-forced-diversity-ruining-characters-entertainment.

Kumah-Abiwu, Felix. “Media Gatekeeping and Portrayal of Black Men in America.” The Journal of Men's Studies, vol. 28, no. 1, May 2019, pp. 1-18.

Li, Cathy, editor. “Why Diversity Is Critical to Media and Entertainment - and How to Achieve It.” World Economic Forum, 27 Sept. 2021, www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/09/how-diverse-is-media-and-entertainment/.

Paner, Isabel. Dominican Scholar Honors Theses and Capstone Projects Student Scholarship the Marginalization and Stereotyping of Asians in American Film, 2018, pp. 1-22.

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