Gender

GENDER

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 This video has been done by Lim Tze Hao (18) 3H2 and is a photomontage which goes by the coordinate of gender. The photomontage comprises of several photos of the difference between the two genders, expressing the theme of gender inequality. In the first half of the photomontage, females are expressed as a gender capable of only performing trivial deeds. In the second half of the photomontage, males are seen to be capable of deeds of greatness and significance, overshadowing the females. The photos of in the photomontage signify the different genders and the deeds they are supposedly capable of. Together, they both signify the presence of a huge gap between the two genders. The contrasting difference of the two genders portrays the theme of gender inequality. This photomontage, too, signifies the society’s belief that males are superior to females. The photos portray males as leaders and achievers who are capable of great deeds of much significance and deserving of much respect. However, females on the other hand, are portrayed as overseers of trivial tasks, possibly signifying that they lack the capability to take on tasks of more significance. Dress-code is another factor which portrays the existing gender inequality. A photo of a woman wearing a headscarf and a veil displays the injustice females of a certain religion go through in contrary to males belonging to the same religion who do not need to follow suit. These support the fact that gender inequality is predominant in this society, with males claiming superiority over females. Thus, the video shows the huge gap between males and females – a gap that can rarely be crossed. The predominance of gender inequality is a limiting factor which limits the capability of females in this society. A self-fulfilling prophecy is seen here. Females are believed to be inferior to males and these very females are constantly told this and not given opportunities. As such, these females either have no chance to shine or achieve, resigning themselves to the society’s expectations and further driving on the underlying gender inequality in the society.