Select a female character from a TV show, movie, book, or fairy tale and apply 4 concepts from class to understand the character's feelings, thoughts, or behaviors from a gendered perspective. Also discuss how her portrayal represents (or rebels against) typical female gender expectations.The paper should include the following sections:

• Describe the character such that someone who does not know who she is gets a clear picture of her. This includes describing her physical and personality characteristics, her behaviors, what role she plays when interacting with others, her sense of self, her abilities and achievements, etc.
• Define and apply 4 concepts from class to understand the character's feelings, thoughts or behaviors from a gendered perspective. How well does the film/character portray each of these concepts/models/theories? Be sure to reference readings and class discussions where appropriate in order to demonstrate your understanding of them.
• Describe the ways in which the character's portrayal represents (or challenges) typical female stereotypes & gender roles. Be sure to reference the readings and class discussions where appropriate in order to demonstrate your understanding of them.
• Describe two ways in which the character could improve/strengthen/diversify its portrayal of women. Why are these improvements important? Be sure to reference readings and class discussion where appropriate.