Sterotypes

Breaking Stereotypes: How the Latest Barbie Movie Celebrates Diversity and Empowers Arab Women

August 2, 2023

By Joanna Sawtari

By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction Greta Gerwig’s most recent film “Barbie,” spurred dialogue and reflection from moviegoers all over the world, making them question the true meaning of the Barbie doll and its purpose. The exploration of Barbie’s complexity as a character and her relatability to all women served as a … Continued

Amr Goes to Hollywood: An Actor’s Perspective on Hateful Arab and Muslim Stereotypes and Narratives

August 10, 2022

By Sara Alsayed

BY: Amr El-Bayoumi / Arab America Contributing Writer Despite my ongoing commitment to avoid perpetuating demeaning depictions and narratives of Arabs and Muslims (or any other group of people for that matter), I have encountered these stereotypes and distorted narratives regularly as an actor. To name just a few of the 19th and 20th-century precursors … Continued

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