Stories, Screens, and the Power of Being Seen

Conversation - B2-C1 | Advance Level

8 $

Mar. 28 Sat , 19:00 USA

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Session Activities

1: Think about your favorite movie or show growing up—did you relate to any character? Why or why not?

2: Have you ever seen someone on screen who reminded you of yourself or your life? What did that feel like?

3: Do you think media today is more inclusive than before? In what ways?

1: Can you remember a moment when you felt underrepresented or misrepresented in media? What impact did that have on you?

2: How do stereotypes in films or series influence how people see certain cultures or groups? Can you give an example?

3: Do you think representation should be “accurate,” “aspirational,” or both? Why?

4: Have social media platforms changed who gets visibility and who doesn’t? In what ways?

5: What’s a character or public figure who broke the mold for you? How?

6: Do you think people are becoming more aware of representation issues, or just more sensitive? Explain your view.

7: How does representation affect young people differently compared to adults?

8: If you could create your own show or movie, what kind of characters would you include that are often overlooked?

9: Some people say “it’s just entertainment”—do you agree, or do you think media has real influence on society?

to be boxed into (a stereotype)

to be limited or defined by a narrow idea of who you are

to break the mold

to do something in a completely different or unconventional way

to play something up

to exaggerate or emphasize something (often for effect)

to water something down

to make something less strong, less real, or less impactful

to resonate with someone

to emotionally connect or feel personally relevant

to push back against something

to resist or challenge an idea or norm