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From Silver Screen to Reality delve deep into 'The Blind Side'

Beyond Diversity Podcast

English - August 16, 2023 18:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB
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Explore the unseen impact of racial representation in the film "The Blind Side" with this episode 'From Silver Screen to Reality' delves deep into 'The Blind Side'. "The Blind Side" crafts a narrative where Michael Oher seemingly waits for a white savior rather than being a fully realized individual with his agency and intellect. This portrayal subtly communicates a harmful stereotype— that black individuals are in constant need, waiting for white individuals to come and elevate their circumstances. When we consider the historical and current context in which black people have been marginalized and stereotyped, the implications of this portrayal are deeply problematic. CEOs and HR professionals will gain critical insights into diversity and learn actionable steps to foster an inclusive workplace culture. Listen now and share. 

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