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Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.

Gurkirat Kainth

Mr. Seth

ENG4U0-A

11th November, 2021

Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows: 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op‑ed)

What is one main message that Nicole reveals in her article?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed) by Jesika Nicole, discusses how the media industry is influencing people's perceptions of certain individuals in today's society. The author continues to share her personal experience in the film industry by saying "Last year, I prepared an audition for a television remake of a popular '90s film in which I was being seen for the role of a police officer. The character was smart, charismatic, and unafraid — a dream role for lots of women like me in Hollywood" ( Nicole, 21). Where she also addresses that "But something about this character felt uncomfortable in a way that was new for me, it felt… false" (Nicole, 21). She explains why she is uncomfortable playing certain characters she believes are fake in today's reality. As an actress, Jesika is frequently asked to play specific roles in films or television series, yet these characters are frequently stereotyped or far removed from reality. Whether the actors/actresses are portraying a coloured cop or a stereotypical individual who is discriminated against, these media have a tremendous impact on the audience, often leading to greater misconceptions.

How the media is making individuals question their identity

How might this text highlight the struggles faced by individuals that feel they don't fit into rigid definitions of identity?

In the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole demonstrating how the mainstream world influences people's mentality, causing them to live in self consciousness. During the article Nicole talks about how she felt while watching other movies and shows by saying "I cringed right along with the protagonists of my favorite shows when they were forced to interact with flamboyant gay characters, tsk-tsked with pretend detectives as they cuffed yet another Black drug dealer, yet another troubled brown teenager, yet another trans sex worker" (Nicole, 2021). Because of these messages in the modern entertainment industry, many people may feel like they are very different from others and don't belong here. As an actress herself, she sees how today's media promotes the same stereotypical routine where "Black teens" are usually the ones getting arrested for drug dealing or the bullied "Brown kid." People are more likely to develop depression or anxiety as a result of this. The author also expresses her desire for children to grow up without fearing their identity and to live without fear; this was a bold remark, especially coming from someone who works in the profession.

Analysing texts through critical lenses

Explain how your understanding of a critical lens helped you to understand the article on a deeper level.

Critical lenses are one of the biggest factors that help us to analyze a text to give us more perspective to make us truly think about how we really feel. Throughout the article "Actress Jasika Nicole on why she won't do any more cop shows : 'I want to turn my privilege into power' (Op-ed)" by Jesika Nicole there are many lenses that have been used such as feminism, racial lens, post colonial, etc. Reading the article in various lenses helped me to realize how the audience really feels regarding the modern entertainment industry. Whether it's the stereotypes or the false information but today's media gives everyone a different message and analyzing the article from everyone's point of view gave me the benefit of understanding more.