Stereotypes In The Film: Mickey Mouse Monopoly

After watching the film “Mickey Mouse Monopoly,” I believe that Disney films and other programs may subconsciously influence the thoughts and behaviors of kids in society by promoting stereotypes of racial groups and domestic abuse. Unfortunately, there are many racial stereotypes that are represented in Disney films, such as the perception that latinos are dirty due to the creation of the character Alonzo; who misbehaved and looked dirty and disheveled throughout the entire film, which is known as Oliver and Company. In another film, Disney has influenced children’s behaviors by displaying what femininity looks like and by showing that it is okay to badger woman until they agree to go on a date. For example, in Beauty and the Beast, the broom

kept saying no to the candlestick and the candlestick kept asking until she said yes. This representation also shows that when a woman says no, she actually means yes. This can have a detrimental effect if we look at this predicament by using the social learning theory. The social learning theory can be applied to the Disney films because imitation of models, such as characters in a Disney film, is seen as one of the most significant elements in how children are taught gender appropriate behaviors and roles. Therefore, if Disney fails to show the right behaviors and continues to be racist in the films, it can negatively influence the thoughts and behaviors of children in society by making the children model this type of negative behavior.