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  • How are women portrayed in the media? Are there differences between the different media platforms? Make reference to the following media platforms TV (news and reality TV) and film
The majority of woman in media are seen as sexual objects. This is due to the interpretation that beauty and appearance are keys to success for a woman in society. In media there are stigmas such as revealing costumes and a flawless appearance that attracts an audience to view or a buy 





  • How are men represented in the media?



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