In society, there are many differences among people. A person’s culture, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, and even disabilities are some of those differences. All of those things are what makes each person unique. Instead of society embracing each other’s uniqueness, we sometimes set people aside because of them. This is evident in many disability films. Individuals with disabilities are mostly portrayed in a stereotypical manner. They are usually isolated, institutionalized, and overlooked by society. Additionally, these films make individuals with disabilities out to be less than human. This can be seen in the movie Radio. In this paper, I will give an in-depth critique and reflection on the movie Radio.
In 1976, in Anderson, South Carolina, …show more content…
For instance, friendship, differences, prejudices, overcoming (racism& hate), and never giving up are themes associated with the movie. Friendship is shown throughout the movie, but the friendship that stands out the most is the coach befriending Radio. Like friendship, differences between people are there too. They are different races (black & white), and Radio has a disability and others do not. The educational level is different as well from Radio who is mentally disabled compared to his peers. Furthermore, prejudices come into play due to his disability and the color of his skin. Radio is looked down on because of these things. Finally, the theme of overcoming is recognized in the film. Radio overcomes adversity due to the racism of the time, as well as, the hate of the …show more content…
I will classify it as innocence. This kind of stereotype is sometimes associated with those who have intellectual disabilities. In the movie, Radio is portrayed as being an innocent who does no harm to anyone. This is shown by him hugging everyone and being kind and loving to others. Consequently, his actions towards others left room for others to vindicate themselves by helping him. His nature is like that of a child. It is very harmless. This stereotype is dangerous because it causes people to treat intellectually disabled people like kids. They are not children and deserve to be treated with the same dignity and respect as other adults. They are capable of the same feelings and emotions as people who are not
In 1976, in Anderson, South Carolina, …show more content…
For instance, friendship, differences, prejudices, overcoming (racism& hate), and never giving up are themes associated with the movie. Friendship is shown throughout the movie, but the friendship that stands out the most is the coach befriending Radio. Like friendship, differences between people are there too. They are different races (black & white), and Radio has a disability and others do not. The educational level is different as well from Radio who is mentally disabled compared to his peers. Furthermore, prejudices come into play due to his disability and the color of his skin. Radio is looked down on because of these things. Finally, the theme of overcoming is recognized in the film. Radio overcomes adversity due to the racism of the time, as well as, the hate of the …show more content…
I will classify it as innocence. This kind of stereotype is sometimes associated with those who have intellectual disabilities. In the movie, Radio is portrayed as being an innocent who does no harm to anyone. This is shown by him hugging everyone and being kind and loving to others. Consequently, his actions towards others left room for others to vindicate themselves by helping him. His nature is like that of a child. It is very harmless. This stereotype is dangerous because it causes people to treat intellectually disabled people like kids. They are not children and deserve to be treated with the same dignity and respect as other adults. They are capable of the same feelings and emotions as people who are not