Sexism is still rampant in our society, and the media (TV, Internet, print, etc.) is constantly bombarding our children with messages that reinforce that sexism. Our daughters learn false messages about their place in society, messages that tend to convince them that certain roles are only open to men and that only certain behavior is appropriate for women.
Well, there is a new movie out which deals with the topic of sexism and the media. No, it is not a big budget Hollywood production. It premiered at last year's Sundance Film Festival and has received some acclaim. The movie is entitled "Miss Representation." Click here for the "Miss Representation" website to find out more about the movie and, perhaps, to find a screening.
We must recognize that respect for women is more than merely the need to give them political and economic power. This movie is far to one-dimensional in its perspective. Our young girls need to know that they have a mind and that they can "reach for the stars" in every area of life. But they also must be taught that their greatest strength and their greatest power can be found inside a home - quietly loving a husband and very unglamorously serving their children. In all this "girl power" talk we seem to lose sight of the big picture and that ultimately the very nature of femininity itself is directed towards motherhood above all else.
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