The document discusses the representation of different sexualities in TV drama characters. It provides examples of characters that represent homosexuality (Maxxie from Skins), heterosexuality (Cook from Skins), bisexuality (Tony from Skins), and asexuality (Dexter from Dexter). It notes some of the stereotypes and behaviors associated with each sexuality.

1. Representation Of Sexuality

2. Homosexuality in TV Drama
• Also known as Gay and Lesbian.
• One example of a Homosexual character in a TV drama would
be Maxxie in Skins. He is often teased about being gay but
remains quite open about his sexuality. His hobbies include
dancing and singing, two stereotypical hobbies of a gay man.

3. Heterosexuality in TV Drama
• Also known as straight.
• One example of an ‘overly straight’ character in TV drama
would be Cook from Skins. He is portrayed as the ‘Lad’ of
the group but is also slated for being too upfront about
his sexual attraction to women. His hobbies include
drinking and using drugs.

4. Bisexuality in TV Drama
• Also known as ‘Swinging both ways’.
• One bisexual TV drama character is Tony from skins. He is
quite reserved but confident about his sexuality, and tries to
use his heterosexual experience to his advantages when
entering homosexual territory. His hobbies include doing
drugs as well as singing and writing.

5. Asexuality in TV Drama
• An asexual character in TV drama would be Dexter from
Dexter. He has sex with his wife for her pleasure and
benefit only, as he does not personally enjoy it. His
hobbies include murdering criminals who have slipped
through the cracks of the justice system.