Hypersexualization of Black Widow in the Iron Man 2 movie

Taqiyya, Hananan (2024) Hypersexualization of Black Widow in the Iron Man 2 movie. S1 thesis, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan.

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Abstract

This undergraduate thesis explores the hyper-sexualization of the character Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff) in the movie "Iron Man 2" (2010) within the context of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The MCU, initiated by Marvel Studios, traditionally spotlighted male superheroes like Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor, epitomizing classical heroism. However, with the introduction of female characters, the narrative began shifting towards more multidimensional and empowered heroines. This research focuses on Black Widow's debut in "Iron Man 2," examining how her portrayal as a femme fatale intersects with themes of hypersexuality, mainly through the lens of Barthes's semiotic theory and the male gaze theory proposed by Laura Mulvey.
This qualitative study examines Black Widow's character through a comprehensive analysis of "Iron Man 2" (2010), supplemented by the "Black Widow" (2021) film, scholarly articles, journals, and critical analyses. The research involves detailed viewing and documentation of the films, focusing on character identities, contextual details, dialogues, and interactions. Semiotic theory is used to explore the mythology of the "femme fatale," while the male gaze theory helps in understanding the hypersexualization depicted through specific film techniques.
The study finds that Black Widow's hypersexualization is evident in her physical portrayal and the emphasis on her sexual allure. Her persona as a femme fatale is intertwined with the male gaze, which objectifies her as a seductive figure. Black Widow's intelligence and skills, which she uses to outmaneuver adversaries, further reinforce her femme fatale archetype. Using Roland Barthes" semiotic theory, the research identifies key characteristics of the femme fatale in Black Widow, including her intelligence and beauty, which she leverages to manipulate Iron Man. The male gaze theory highlights how specific camera angles and the depiction of women as images and spectacles contribute to the hypersexualization of her character. This thesis demonstrates that the hypersexualization of Black Widow in "Iron Man 2" is a manifestation of the male gaze, reinforcing harmful gender stereotypes and objectification of women in media. However, it also underscores her complexity and multifaceted nature as a character who uses her intelligence and skills to achieve her objectives.

Item Type: Thesis (S1)
Keyword: Black Widow, hypersexualization, femme fatale, MCU, semiotic theory, male gaze, Iron Man 2
Subjects: E History America > E11 America (General)
L Education > LA History of education
Divisi / Prodi: Faculty of Letters (Fakultas Sastra) > S1-English Letters(S1-Sastra Inggris)
Depositing User: userperpus2 userperpus2
Date Deposited: 23 Jul 2024 07:33
Last Modified: 23 Jul 2024 07:33
URI: http://eprints.uad.ac.id/id/eprint/64590

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