"Thinner": A Case of Gypsy Stereotypes

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Examines the way in which the Roma (commonly referred to as Gypsies) are depicted in the movie "Thinner", directed by Tom Holland. The paper includes an analysis of the dialogue and a comparison of the stereotype to actual Romani characteristics.

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"In a surprising twist, I found myself hoping that Richie and Billy succeed in their quest to undo the curse; despite the fact they actually get what they deserve! Perhaps the nonstop negative portrayals of Gypsies, combined with eerie music, resulted in the association of Gypsies with evil, and the notion that Richie and Billy are the heroes of the story. In fact, by the end of the film I had completely forgotten why Billy and his friends were even cursed to begin with. As the movie progressed, it seemed like the curse came out of nowhere; simply being the result of an evil Gypsy king wanting to take revenge on a town that persecuted him."

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