Blockbuster movies often show and support gender stereotypes in different ways. Let’s break it down:

1. Character Representation:

   • A study from the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media revealed that only 31% of speaking characters in popular movies from 2007 to 2017 were women.
   • Many female characters are shown in typical roles, like being a love interest or a sidekick, instead of being strong main characters.

2. Story Focus:

   • In blockbuster films, male characters lead most stories, making up about 70% of the main roles.
   • Female characters often don’t have their own stories, with only 27% having independent storylines.

3. How It Affects Viewers:

   • Research from the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative shows that when people watch movies with gender stereotypes, they are more likely to believe in traditional gender roles.

These trends not only reflect what society thinks but also influence how audiences see and understand gender roles.