The following set of questions will be answered in order to achieve the research objectives, which have been discussed above:
1. How does the media and fairy tales affect our perception of the world or worldview?
2. How have fairy tales adapted and changed in accordance with the changes within society?
3. How do these changes influence the representation of women and influence the idea of gender roles?
4. How can the idea of gender roles explain the differences that exist between the lead female characters of a fairy tale (i.e. the princess and the evil witch)?
5. To what extent can these differences be explained through the help of Deleuze and Guattari’s theories on war machines and desire-producing machines?
6. What does the difference in characterisations of these salient female characters suggest about society and ultimately the idea of gender roles?
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In addition, the proposed study will feature elements of an evaluative study as it will be aimed at uncovering the representation of women through a popular children’s fairy tale. It will look at conducting a textual analysis of the Brothers Grimm narrative of Rapunzel as well as of Disney’s adaption, Tangled. No quantitative data will be used as the research conducted will be qualitative and speculative in nature. Ultimately, the aim of this study is not to provide conclusive, objective answers, but rather to provide valuable insight into the specific topic. For example, suggest how the character changes of Rapunzel in the specific adaptations link to society’s perception of women. Therefore, no interviews will be conducted, and no ethics clearance is needed for this
1. How does the media and fairy tales affect our perception of the world or worldview?
2. How have fairy tales adapted and changed in accordance with the changes within society?
3. How do these changes influence the representation of women and influence the idea of gender roles?
4. How can the idea of gender roles explain the differences that exist between the lead female characters of a fairy tale (i.e. the princess and the evil witch)?
5. To what extent can these differences be explained through the help of Deleuze and Guattari’s theories on war machines and desire-producing machines?
6. What does the difference in characterisations of these salient female characters suggest about society and ultimately the idea of gender roles?
10. Research Methodology and Methods …show more content…
In addition, the proposed study will feature elements of an evaluative study as it will be aimed at uncovering the representation of women through a popular children’s fairy tale. It will look at conducting a textual analysis of the Brothers Grimm narrative of Rapunzel as well as of Disney’s adaption, Tangled. No quantitative data will be used as the research conducted will be qualitative and speculative in nature. Ultimately, the aim of this study is not to provide conclusive, objective answers, but rather to provide valuable insight into the specific topic. For example, suggest how the character changes of Rapunzel in the specific adaptations link to society’s perception of women. Therefore, no interviews will be conducted, and no ethics clearance is needed for this