Social Cultural Norms Influencing Fatherhood
North Country displays the patriarchal society of North America in the late 20th Century; highlighting the oppression faced by women in the work force and daily life. It tells the story of Josey Aimes, a woman inspired by Lois Jenson, who was the first women to file a class action law suit for sexual harassment in American history. Josey moves back home with her children after leaving her abusive husband, only to be welcomed into her hometown to face more abuse. She becomes one of few women to work in the mines, alongside her father. The movie provides a great deal of attention on women’s oppression. Hank has been a dominant male role in Josey’s life, his character provides the power dynamic established in their society. As the movie progresses, Hank’s perspectives change and thus, Josey’s life begins to improve.
Aimes’ household is depicted as the stereotypical 20th century home with patriarchal power; the father going to …show more content…
At the knowledge of Josey’s resignation due to sexual abuse, Alice provides Josey with money to pay the bills. Hank is livid, claiming that he works hard for the money Alice was giving out, overlooking the work done by Alice at home, giving her the same right over their wealth. Hank does not recognize housework as an equivalence to the mine work he does, pushing Alice to finally stand up for herself as a woman. Creating a shift in the patriarchal power Hank possess, it is evident the hierarchy present in the relationship is due to Alice’s willingness to comply to socio-cultural views. Alice provides Hank the liberal perspective of societal issues, and a voice he voluntarily listens to. Alice’s decision to leave the house and leave nothing but a note behind, is a powerful move to bring change in Hanks perspective, and incentive to think outside the patriarchal structure, and recognize his daughters’
North Country displays the patriarchal society of North America in the late 20th Century; highlighting the oppression faced by women in the work force and daily life. It tells the story of Josey Aimes, a woman inspired by Lois Jenson, who was the first women to file a class action law suit for sexual harassment in American history. Josey moves back home with her children after leaving her abusive husband, only to be welcomed into her hometown to face more abuse. She becomes one of few women to work in the mines, alongside her father. The movie provides a great deal of attention on women’s oppression. Hank has been a dominant male role in Josey’s life, his character provides the power dynamic established in their society. As the movie progresses, Hank’s perspectives change and thus, Josey’s life begins to improve.
Aimes’ household is depicted as the stereotypical 20th century home with patriarchal power; the father going to …show more content…
At the knowledge of Josey’s resignation due to sexual abuse, Alice provides Josey with money to pay the bills. Hank is livid, claiming that he works hard for the money Alice was giving out, overlooking the work done by Alice at home, giving her the same right over their wealth. Hank does not recognize housework as an equivalence to the mine work he does, pushing Alice to finally stand up for herself as a woman. Creating a shift in the patriarchal power Hank possess, it is evident the hierarchy present in the relationship is due to Alice’s willingness to comply to socio-cultural views. Alice provides Hank the liberal perspective of societal issues, and a voice he voluntarily listens to. Alice’s decision to leave the house and leave nothing but a note behind, is a powerful move to bring change in Hanks perspective, and incentive to think outside the patriarchal structure, and recognize his daughters’