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Comparative content analysis examines female characters in streaming drama series, revealing negative representations and cultural differences.
This comparative content analysis examines female-centred drama series from Egypt and Spain aired on streaming services across three genres. A total of 153 episodes from six series were analysed using variables such as shot size, angle, character traits, and male influence. Findings revealed women continue to be portrayed negatively with stereotypical patterns in drama series across both countries. However, significant differences were identified. This study is among the first to investigate the representation of Egyptian and Spanish female characters in VOD series, notably Netflix and Shahid VIP, contributing to understanding how cultural and genre differences impact female character framing, highlighting progress and persistent challenges in media representation.
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