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The Town with Matthew Belloni
Is Hollywood Screwing Up Male Characters?
Oct 9, 2024
Fergus Navaratnam-Blair, an author of an NRG study on male character evolution, joins to explore how Hollywood’s portrayal of masculinity is shifting. He discusses the changing role models for young men, highlighting their preference for superheroes and digital influencers over traditional icons. The conversation delves into the importance of creating relatable and emotionally vulnerable characters that resonate with today's audiences. Fergus also addresses the challenges of balancing traditional masculinity with modern expectations in storytelling.
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- Research shows that young men primarily admire fictional superheroes like Spider-Man and Batman, highlighting a disconnect with realistic male role models.
- The evolving preferences of Gen Alpha indicate a shift towards valuing real-life influencers like Mr. Beast over traditional male characters in media.
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