BINARY STRUCTUALISM
What is Binary Structuralism?
Binary Structuralism (Opposition) is a representation which broken into two parts, one being correct (or ideal), and the other being incorrect or bad. e.g.-
Binary Oppositions
Adult - Child
Alien - Human
Deceitful - Honest
Dependant - Self Sufficient
Industrialisation - Medieval
Male - Female
Masculine - Feminine
Patriarchal - Matriarchal
Prisoner - Civilian
Organic - Technological
Violent - Harmless
Youths are seen as being troublemakers, usually violent , inexperienced and quite powerless. On the other hand, still can be very clever. This theory is usually from the elderly's perspective.
Professionals are seen as the ones who hold onto the power.
Old Age is seen as ultra-conservative, old fashioned and out of touch with reality, quite weak and forgetful.
EMG's (Ethnic Minority Group) are portrayed as subservient in work roles.
Often EMG's are involved in drugs, violence and anti-social behaviour
EMG's are often self aware of the inability to climb up the social ladder.
Upper Class associations stick to their own socially, do not like to mix
Any interaction with lower classes are involved in employe/employee relationships or any dirty work
Usually seen highly educated/albeit ignorant to the plights of the lower class
Gender:
Objectification to be sexual objects for men
Women are often subservient to men, in both professional and personal relationship (stereotype?)
Sexuality:
Homosexuals are often portrayed as ultra-feminine or ultra-masculine depending on the gender or how they feel or act..
Work roles are usually hospitality or industry based. (designer, bar club).
Party-boy lifestyle prevalent (sex, drugs, partying)
Region:
Regional representations are often ignorant to the ideals mainstream culture
Regional representation often very heavily stereotyped
