Women Struggle Against Gender Discrimination in Work Life in “The Assistant” Movie

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the main character and forms of gender discrimination experienced by women in The Assistant movie, directed and edited by Kitty Green. The objective is achieved through feminist approach by discussing gender discrimination and determining what forms of gender discrimination are found in the movie, utilizing a descriptive qualitative method. The analysis primarily focuses on the dialogue and scenes from the movie. The research findings reached two main problem statements. Firstly, the study discusses Jane as the main character, portraying her as the only woman working among other male coworkers. The characterization is found in Jane’s dialogue and mannerisms. Secondly, the research identifies forms of gender discrimination experienced mainly by Jane, whilst also discovering how women are treated in The Assistant movie. Furthermore, gender discrimination that Jane experienced also triggers certain changes in Jane’s characterization.