Genders: Gender Roles In Disney Film Frozen

The term gender roles refers to the set of social and behavioral norms that are considered appropriate for individuals of a certain gender. These roles vary by culture. Gender roles, unlike gender itself, are socially constructed. As women our prime role in society is to be loving, understanding and dependent on a man. The Disney film Frozen, really opened a door in the right direction showing female gender roles can be equal to a males. Although, Frozen shows insecurities women go through, it also shows that as long as you find yourself anything can be conquered. Facing your fears, female embracement, and being your own hero without a males help are embedded messages this movie is sending about the role of women. Throughout the movie, I noticed whether it was a song or a dialogue a door theme. “Please don’t shut me out again, please don’t slam the door” or “love is an open …show more content…
A father’s role in society is to protect and guide their daughter or son in the right path, not giving the room for self-development because once again it’s what society tells us to do. Although, the general idea is about female embracement, it is also something a male can relate to since its common, how many parents want their children to grow up and be lawyers, even though that is not what their child wants? It’s all part of the process, which helps you embrace yourself no matter what your parents or society think of you. When Elsa became comfortable in her skin, situations start looking up for her and she was able to love and appreciate Anna and the others. Learning self-love is something everyone can identify with, people will always have opinions on your character, when the only validation that matters is your own. Never try to be someone you are not and do not try to hide who you really are is the overall message in the