The investigation examined the 900 top films from 2007 to 2016 (excluding 2011), analyzing 39,788 characters for gender, race/ethnicity, LGBT status and disability. The study is the largest and most comprehensive intersectional analysis of characters in motion picture content to date. Graphics: Patricia LapadulaThe report “ Inequality in 900 Popular Films,” released July 31 from Smith and the Media, Diversity & Social Change (MDSC) Initiative at USC Annenberg, reveals how little top movies have changed when it comes to the on-screen prevalence and portrayal of females, underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, the LGBT community and individuals with disabilities. Global Communication (MA) / Global Media (MSc).
