The document discusses common stereotypes that are portrayed in films based on binary opposites such as gender, age, ethnicity, sexuality, class, physical ability, and regional identity. For each binary pair, it lists stereotypical traits that are often associated with or portrayed for each group, as well as examples of films that exemplify or play on those stereotypes. The document aims to highlight the overgeneralizations and simplified representations that are frequently seen in films when depicting various social groups and identities.

1. By StephJarram & Emma JolliffeBinary Opposites

2. Male:Sports

3. Pub/beer

4. Cars

5. Action filmsStereotypes in film:The joker

6. The jock

7. The big shot

8. The action heroGenderFemale:Shopping