Modern films have come a long way since the silent, black and white movies of the 1910s. With the rapid introduction of better cameras and the transformation of stylistic designs between directors, it is safe to say that film is continuously developing to fit the needs and wants of our industrialized nations.Along with the developments of film, directors began to develop archetypes for certain characters, including gender roles. What are those archetypes? How do archetypes affect the production of films? And more importantly, how did they develop. Although there are many stereotypes, many culturally ignorant, this documentary will focus on the transformation of female archetypes, from the 1910s to modern films. The Perils of Pauline, released…show more content… Most films that incorporate this concept produce the same basic plot, the villain attempts to harm the damsel who is always rescued by the heroic male. In return for his heroism, the hero is rewarded with marriage to the beautiful female. This is exactly what happens in The Perils of Pauline. Harry Marvin’s father, Edward Jose, abruptly becomes seriously ill, forcing him to write his will that will leave White everything. In anger, Panzer and his accomplice plan to kill White and steal the inheritance instead; however, in the middle of their plans, Marvin shows up, saving White from her death. First of all, Harry Marvin wants to marry Pearl White and is constantly pressuring her into the question; however, White wants to “live a life full of excitement and adventure.” Marvin asks White repeatedly for her hand in marriage but she refuses, slapping him instead. Pearl White is constantly being pressured into the idea of marriage although she clearly stated her lack of interest in the idea. Once, Mr. Jose dies, Pauline tries to begin her life of adventure; however, the fact that it ends in a disaster conveys the belief that she is incapable of taking care of herself, a prominent idea in the
