Jake Seal Black Hangar Shares 5 Ways Production Affects Representation in Film
                     JAKE SEAL 
BLACK 
SHhAaNreGsA 5R W ays 
Production Affects 
Representation in 
Film
1. Casting Choices
Casting determines who tells the story 
and how identities are portrayed. Diverse 
and authentic casting promotes inclusion, 
while stereotypical or whitewashed roles 
can distort or erase real cultural and 
social representation on screen.
2. Scriptwriting 
and Dialogue
The script shapes how characters 
think, speak, and act. Writers 
influence representation by either 
reinforcing stereotypes or offering 
depth and authenticity to 
underrepresented voices, ultimately 
shaping audience perceptions of 
different identities and cultures.
3. Direction and 
Cinematography
Directors and cinematographers control 
how stories are visually told. Through 
camera angles, framing, and focus, they 
can reinforce harmful perspectives or 
highlight underrepresented voices, 
significantly impacting how characters 
and cultures are viewed.
4. Costume, 
Makeup, and Set 
DTheesse eiglemnents visually communicate 
identity and culture. Authentic design 
enhances representation, while 
exaggerated or stereotypical portrayals 
can mislead audiences, perpetuate 
cultural misunderstandings, or reinforce 
existing biases in the narrative.
5. Editing and 
Post-Production
Editors decide what appears in the 
final cut. By choosing what scenes 
to include or remove, they shape 
narrative emphasis, which can 
either elevate or marginalize 
certain characters, cultures, or 
perspectives in the film.
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