Question

Discuss some of the most important features of the roles that women characters played in the films we have viewed. What were some of the ways in which women were typecast during the 1930s? Do you agree with one critic's statement that in the pre-1935 pictures, "in keeping with the general movement of movie morals, women spoke more openly about sexual topics," but they were generally depicted as having "minimal control over their bodies and lives?"

Answer 1

During the 1930s, women characters in films were often typecast and depicted as having minimal control over their bodies and lives.

Step-by-step explanation:

During the 1930s, women in films were often typecast and portrayed in limited roles. They were frequently depicted as wives or mothers, reinforcing traditional gender roles. Although there was an increased interest in sex and sexuality during this time, women characters were generally shown to have minimal control over their bodies and lives. This can be seen in the portrayal of women like Mae West, who used sexual innuendos but still faced censorship and restrictions.