Abstract In this paper, the gender roles and values of film, video games, and novel form are analyzed in relation to Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. By realizing the various mediums of portending a feminine gender role identity for Lara, it becomes obvious that the conflicting roles of sexual exploitation and the behaviors of Lara provide a lucid value through a visual construct. The writer points out that in many ways, the visual aspects of film and gaming cannot provide the deeper analysis for a concise and comprehensive narrative that can rival that of the novel form.
From the Paper "This communications study examines the use of gender role narratives to analyze the three media perspectives of film, gaming, and novel form in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. By understanding the gaming perspective of this analysis, one can learn how more interactive narratives can be more effective and enjoyable in regards the scribal and cinematic forms of this story. However, certain aspects of cinematic and scribal perspectives bring to light aspects of lucid gaming, which provide a deeper character and plot development in narrative usage. "
Abstract This essay is comparing the masculinity and femininity of two female figures Lara Croft and Barbie, describing the two figurines in detail. The author provides background information how each figure was created and their proposed purposes and how their images change through the years. The differences all touch on the fact that Lara is masculine and Barbie is feminine. The author concludes with decision that present day society finds a masculine female more appealing than a feminine woman.
From the Paper "Barbie and Lara are both beautiful and have great figures, but Lara still gains the attention. It is Lara's attitude, the way she is portrayed as a person. Lara has those masculine characteristics that are more appealing in today's society than a weak, panicky female. Lara Croft can take care of herself. Males are attracted to this because Lara is strong, independent, and beautiful. A woman that does not need protection from a male figure is a wonderful dream for men. Females are attracted to Lara because she can hold her own, she is strong and independent, no help needed from a male partner."
Abstract The paper argues that "Lara Croft" may seem like an empowering role model for some women because of the way she triumphs in an apparently male-dominated world. However, Lara merely comes across as an object designed to inspire male fantasy as demonstrated by her clothing, demeanor, and relationships, all of which beckon for attention from a predominantly male audience. The paper argues that Lara's haughty behavior and demeanor not only broadcast the false message that a woman needs to be improper to succeed, but are also used in a way to shamelessly draw male attention. Finally, the fact that Lara doesn't have any men in her life at first gives the impression that she is a strong, independent woman. Though, as this paper explores, she is actually quite dependent on her father, while the absence of a male by her side invites the male viewer to occupy that empty space in his imagination.
From the Paper "Thus, male clothing becomes synonymous with victory over males, and Lara ostensibly becomes a symbol of female empowerment as one who transcends the overwhelming obstacles set forth by a male dominated society - all with the aid of her attire. In actuality, however, Lara's victory-by-apparel suggests that if a woman is to succeed in a male dominated world, she must wear a man's clothes, which ultimately disassociates her with her feminine identity, despite the feminine features her clothing may accentuate. Instead of signaling empowerment, Lara's clothes acknowledge that one must possess male traits in order to excel in an openly male-dominated world."
Abstract The paper shows how certain factors have contributed the ethical working practices of Scotland. Factors discussed are the Presbyterian religion where the emphasis is on considering the effects a decision can have upon the community when engaging in ethical decision making; as well as the legacy of thriftiness left on the country by Scotsman Adam Smith, the father of capitalism.
From the Paper "Thus in ethical decision making, practicality for the Scots is key. Perhaps the truest secular "patron saint" of Scotland is Adam Smith, the intellectual founding father of capitalism. Although this may seem to conflict with the idea of the largely commination ethos outlined above, it is important to note that Smith's version of capitalism was based more on thrift and trusting the "individual hand" of the market than spreading the pseudo-Wall Street creed that ?greed is good,? as his works are often misperceived as advocating. Smith's philosophy shows the Scottish ethics of decision making in his belief that rather than control from above (as from the King and the bishops in the hierarchy of the Anglican Church) control is best bestowed through trusting the invisible forces (of God, human reason, and money) and common-sense decision making."
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From the Paper "Sam Croft in Norman Mailer's The Naked and the Dead and Mike Hammer in Mickey Spillane's I, The Jury are both macho characters, but there are great differences between the two. Croft is a sadistic man without a heart while Hammer is simply a man who can be tough when he needs to be, but can also be gentle and loving. This study will show that Mailer has created an evil and violent fascist in Croft, while Spillane has created in Hammer a hard-nosed private detective with a heart. Croft is out to do damage wherever he can, while Hammer is out to serve justice, especially in terms of avenging his cruelly murdered friend Jack Williams. Hammer is shown to care about other people
---including the person who murdered his friend, while Croft cares about nothing and nobody but himself.
Mickey Spillane leaves no doubt in the reader's head that..."
Abstract This paper examines two women characters from different media. "Tomb Raider" features Lara Croft, a woman heroine; "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" is a demon-fighter. Because both characters defy many feminine traits in their activity, their femininity is represented in specific sexual ways, ensuring that the audiences recognize these women as heterosexuals. As such, heterosexuality is relied upon for determining their femininity.
Abstract The status of women in Victorian society before World War I differed considerably from that of the decades following enfranchisement. In Victorian society, women were considered inferior to men but in later years, a new liberated woman evolved. This paper shows that in 1893, Bernard Shaw admitted in his play, "Mrs. Warren's Profession", that a new woman was already arriving, one who was determined to make a decent living without angling for a husband. The new woman could do so now because, at last, professional opportunities were becoming available to women. The paper shows how Shaw rethinks the Victorian notion of women by characterizing Vivie Warren in "Mrs. Warren's Profession" as a new, liberated woman who takes advantage of what society has to offer to her independence.
From the Paper "Vivie's behavior as a new woman greatly unnerves those who expect traditional womanly behavior from her. She expresses herself in a very straightforward and unequivocal way instead of being more subtle and devious, as was expected of Victorian women. After offering Praed a bone-crunching handshake, Vivie tells him he is "just like what I expected," and that she hopes he is disposed to be friends with her. Praed's surprise and delight in Vivie's straightforward manner is apparent in his statement, "You modern young ladies are splendid: perfectly splendid!""
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that a celebrity can be defined as a person who enjoys a high amount of notoriety, a socially visible individual upon whom public attention and admiration is focused. The writer relates that when talking about Angelina Jolie, the first thing that comes to mind is her beautiful figure and comments related to that aspect. The writer maintains that one could say that Angelina Jolie is famous, firstly and especially, for her good looks. In this essay, the writer discusses what made Angelina Jolie a star. The writer concludes that as an entertainer, Angelina Jolie is a celebrity because of her ability to stand out from the crowd, to point out to everyone her individuality, to position herself on a suitable niche and because of her clever management of own personality.
From the Paper "Stardom is often associated with beauty and wealth, and always with being famous and living the dream. Having a famous face is although not always synonymous with having a beautiful face (or body). Usually, originality and less ordinary features are the ones who enhance the possibility of becoming famous, because the things that are special and different are more likely to be remembered and looked upon as symbols or role models. The explanation comes from the general tendency towards breaking free from routine, from uniformity and plainness. Individuals feel the need to be entertained, to be dazzled, to be saved from day to day issues and cliches, ordinary people hunger for out of the ordinary stories and characters that can make them feel like they are an integrated part of the fairy tale. But looks aren't everything when it comes to the making of a star. In order to earn or gain celebrity, one must perform or act in a captivating way. What one can do is as important as how one looks."
