During the discussion we had on the workshop day, the Rose Petal Cottage commercial stood out to me the most. I realized I have watched many similar commercials when I was young. However, I did not realize until now that there is gender stereotype behind those commercials that I have watched. I do not like the idea that they start brainwashing children that being housewives is their biggest dream. I think it is such a bad influence, and that is how gender stereotype starts and becomes more serious as children grow. Little girls at a young age do not understand the purpose behind this, however, that is exactly what the advertisers want. As long as the product attract little girls, advertisers do not care whether it is gender stereotypical. Unconsciously, little girls will start to get into the "housewife mode" and begin to think that taking care of their home is their job. I think there are other ways to sell this product and not make it gender stereotypical. Advertisers should create commercials with the purpose of "gender equality" so commercials will not stereotype a certain gender.
Nike's Men vs. Women commercial is a great example of gender equality. Women have always been portrayed as physically weaker than men, however, this commercial shows you something different. I really like how this commercial shows the power and energy of women. It is a great motivation for both men and women.
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