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Range and shade: TV's women of color

Authors :
Dates, Jannette
Bodroghkozy, Aniko
Lear, Gloria
Source :
Television Quarterly. Spring, 1994, Vol. 27 Issue 2, p11, 3 p.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

The portrayal of women of color on TV has typically originated with white men, and limited opportunities remain for black women in TV shows. A stereotypical role has been as a domestic worker. This role can be broadened, as on 'Maude' and 'Good Times.' The maid in 'I'll Fly Away' keeps a journal, which indicates her intelligence. Roles for black women have expanded to include situation comedies, but parts in TV movies remain scarce.

Details

ISSN :
00402796
Volume :
27
Issue :
2
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Television Quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.15937993