When the guy in the wheelchair is the hero: Fernando in Netflix's 3%
Netflix's Brazilain drama "3%" is about a dystopian society in which only three percent of individuals get the opportunity to live in a utopian society after enduring countless rigorous exams. One of the main characters, Fernando, is on a wheelchair.
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Fernando's physical condition is noteworthy to mention because we do not often see main characters in wheelchairs. Fernando is crucial to the story and is depicted in an incredibly complex way. His physical condition is not the most relevant part of his identity, his personality, challenges and aspirations are how his characterization is primarily developed.
Symbolic annihilation is when individuals from marginalized groups are ignored in the media or when they are depicted in trivialized, stereotypical ways the few times they do receive representation. Fernando's character is significant because while wheel-chair users are typically pitied or viewed as weak, Fernando proves himself to incredibly be brave and is even a hero in seasons 1 and 2.
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Fernando's physical condition is noteworthy to mention because we do not often see main characters in wheelchairs. Fernando is crucial to the story and is depicted in an incredibly complex way. His physical condition is not the most relevant part of his identity, his personality, challenges and aspirations are how his characterization is primarily developed.
Symbolic annihilation is when individuals from marginalized groups are ignored in the media or when they are depicted in trivialized, stereotypical ways the few times they do receive representation. Fernando's character is significant because while wheel-chair users are typically pitied or viewed as weak, Fernando proves himself to incredibly be brave and is even a hero in seasons 1 and 2.
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