Identities:
Feminist theory and blog task Beyoncé
1) How might this
video contribute to Butler’s idea that gender roles are a ‘performance’?
I believe that the video supports the gender stereotype that
women are the ones who perform the role of being a housewife and being
attractive for their husbands. This is the case as Beyoncé is the one who is
cleaning up the house but performing that role of being attractive by the use
of certain clothing being worn.
2) Would McRobbie
view Beyonce as an empowering role model for women? Why?
I believe that the song gives women the power and authority
to do as they please and can pick any man they want.
3) What are your
OWN views on this debate – does Beyonce empower women or reinforce the
traditional ‘male gaze’ (Mulvey)?
I personally believe that Beyoncé is actually challenging the
traditional gender stereotypes women face and the male gaze as she is one of
the most powerful female artists who can get her voice heard.
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