Hollywood
Moreover, when Latinos are in film, they usually play stereotypes. For women, the roles are usually sexualized, while for men, Latino roles are usually played by “macho men.” Also, Latinos are often portrayed in occupations such as house maids, taxi drivers and other low-paying jobs. Actress Sofia Vergara plays Gloria from Modern Family, and the role is extremely sexualized. This character has caused controversy in Latin American community. Latino women have spoken up about this character and their opinions that Gloria gives a false representation of Latino women. Hopefully in the near future, Latinos will be better represented in Hollywood.
Eva Longoria on Forbes List. Digital image. Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 2013. Web. 21 Mar. 2016.
Hanson, Hilary. "#BrownRibbonCampaign Reminds Us Oscar Diversity Isn't Just Black and White." The Huffington Post. HuffPost, 27 Feb. 2016. Web. 1 Mar. 2016.
Lallo, Michael. Sofia Vergara as Gloria Pritchett in Modern Family. Digital image. The Sydney Morning Herald. Fairfax Media, 11 Aug. 2015. Web. 21 Mar. 2016.
Latimer, Brian. "Latinos in Hollywood." Nbcnews.com. NBC Universal, 22 Feb. 2016. Web. 3 Mar. 2016.