Proposal

Title: How has the representation of the stereotypical female been subverted in order to create `strong,individual females in particular reference to Wanted(2008)?

Hypothesis: The roles of the females have changed over the years in Hollywood, in the portrayal of the characters played by Angelina Jolie in Mr And Mrs Smith and Wanted, Uma Thurman in Kill Bi ll Vol 1&2 and Gangs Of New York featuring Cameron Diaz. This can be seen in the way they are now portrayed often equaling their male counterparts such as George Clooney and Brad Pitt in the sense that they have become independent and stronger as them compared to before in where the typical female stereotype is presented in movies such as Along came Polly and others that often star Jennifer Aniston or Eva Longoria.

Theories: The theories that will be used will be the "Male Gaze" theory by Laura Mulvey exploring how women have been subverted away from the stereotype female into independent strong, individuals that are now known to be shown more sexually promiscuous. Todorov's theory highlighting the narrative structure of Wanted, The Proppian hero theory and how it breaks this theory as the female is seen more often as the protagonist.Another theorist I will come across is Susan Faludi, a journalist who argued for women's rights and having their own identity, not being overpowered by male presence by having everything decided for them and therefore females trying to become more independent.

Other texts that will be referred to are: Mr and Mrs Smith, , Kill Bill Vol 1&2, Gangs of New York, .