First Impression Comparison by Bella H

Our reading investigation is exploring the characterisation of fictional figures and looking at how author's can portray characters in such a way that influences the thoughts of the audience. For the purpose of this task, we looked at two different texts that paint wolves in bad light and good light as well as observed how they are depicted to be the protagonist and the antagonist. The two texts I did were a traditional fairy tale classic; 'The Three Little Pigs' and 'Three Little Pigs Advert' by The Guardian. I talked about what traits, features and aspects of the story the author used to paint the wolf as a good or bad character. I compared the two texts and reflected on how the characterisation of wolves as well as other characters can show the audience an entirely different perspective. I concluded that stereotypes impact the opinion of the reader to the point where their perspective on a character may be difficult to change when that figure is different to what they are used to. Do you agree?