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10. Family Guy Part II - In Defense of Meg Griffin

Informed Attraction

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The Complexities of Meg Griffin's Beauty

This chapter explores the portrayal of Meg Griffin from 'Family Guy', examining how her character challenges societal beauty standards despite moments of conventional attractiveness. The discussion reveals how Meg serves as a critique of female representation in media, highlighting issues such as 'informed ugliness' and the overarching theme of exaggerated physical traits among female characters. Through comparisons with other shows and discussions on racial representation, the chapter underscores the potential negative impact of such portrayals on viewers' perceptions of beauty and self-worth.

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