1. Media As A Social Prolem
Thus, the two concepts of race and class are closely related and act to reinforce one another. ... The fight against gangs can be used to initiate social control- even in areas where gangs are not a significant issue: Ironically, conformist juveniles are those most often affected by such control strategies, which take the form of curfews, dress codes, and rules of participation. ... Films such as "Boyz in the Hood- and "American History X-, have acted to counter stereotypes and fixed images of minorities. Additionally, films can act in a similar manner in order to promote class or ge...
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