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“One lady told me that before she saw 'Sounder' she didn't believe black people could love each other, have deep relationships in the same way as white people.” quote by Cicely Tyson
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“One lady told me that before she saw 'Sounder' she didn't believe black people could love each other, have deep relationships in the same way as white people.”

Cicely Tyson

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Preconceptions about race can be challenged by media representation.

In simple terms: Media can change racial stereotypes.

Key Takeaway

Promote diverse stories.

Themes

race media stereotypes

Mood

empathetic hopeful

Type

social educational

When to use this quote

  • film criticism
  • education
  • community dialogue
  • policy making

Key Concepts

social psychology representation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does representation affect personal bias?
  • What stories can you share to broaden perspectives?
A Different Perspective

Change may be slow and resisted.

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