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Stereotypes - Coggle Diagram
Stereotypes
The Catholic French Family
Key Characteristics
Traditional
Conservative
Resistant to change
Examples in the Film
Claude and Marie, the parents, are seen as believing in traditional French values and having difficulty accepting their daughters' choices to marry men from different cultures.
Causes
Cultural and religious upbringing.
Effects
Misunderstandings with the sons-in-law, especially with the expectation that the marriages follow French traditions.
Potential Resolution
Learning to embrace diversity and challenging traditional notions about marriage and culture.
The Immigrant Son-in-Laws
Key Characteristics
Often viewed as "outsiders" by the family
representing their respective cultures.
Examples in the Film
The sons-in-law (Rachid, David, Chao) are from different cultural backgrounds: Arab, Jewish, and Chinese.
Their traditions and ways of life are considered unusual or foreign by Claude and Marie.
Causes
Lack of familiarity and exposure to different cultures.
Effects
Tension and prejudice towards the sons-in-law, often leading to comic situations.
Potential Resolution
Dialogue and understanding between the families, recognizing that differences don't diminish common values.
The Strong Cultural Identity of Immigrants
Key Characteristics
The immigrant men hold strong cultural identities.
Examples in the Film
Rachid's Muslim background, David's Jewish identity, and Chao's Chinese heritage all come into conflict with the Catholic family's expectations.
Causes
Personal or familial history
Religious practices.
Effects
Cultural clashes, comedic misunderstandings, and some offensive remarks.
Potential Resolution
Open-mindedness from both sides, creating a middle ground that respects each other’s identities.