https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5 Discussion of the representation of stereotypes within Total Drama. en-us 2017-12-15 15:53:28 UTC 2023-03-30 03:54:41 UTC hello@padlet.com grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216528926 The scene where Lindsay tells off Heather differs between the two versions. This is the version where part of her rant is depicted as her cursing at the person she thought was her friend, but ultimately realized she had been used. This version hammers home this scene as a complete departure from Lindsay's dumb blonde stereotype, as she demonstrates her strong moral values.]]> 2017-12-15 15:59:33 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216528926 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216562564 In this scene from episode 10 of Total Drama World Tour, "New Kids On The Rock", Tyler must kiss a fish in order to complete the challenge. He accomplishes this by imagining he's kissing Lindsay. This scene perfectly illustrates just how deep Tyler's love for Lindsay is, and how his loyalty to her can fuel him.]]> 2017-12-15 17:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216562564 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216586301 Despite it's lack of realism, Mike standing up to his alternate personalities in his subconscious is still a great moment, as he finally overcomes his fears of his condition, taking charge and embracing it.]]> 2017-12-15 18:24:17 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216586301 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216593139 This is a poster for the first season of the show, Total Drama Island. It shows all of the 22 contestants that will be competing as well as their labels.]]> 2017-12-15 18:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216593139 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216613184 The ratings section on Total Drama's wikipedia page mentions how large of a community it has, with fans discussing the series online and creating fanart as well as writing fanfiction about it. According to the creator of the show, "For tweens around the world, Total Drama is more than just a parody of a reality show. It's THEIR reality show."]]> 2017-12-15 19:44:31 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216613184 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216616919 Out of all of the Total Drama seasons, the third season, Total Drama World Tour, is often considered to be one of, if not the show's best season. It won several awards at the 2011 KidScreen Awards, including "Best Animated Series" in the Tweens/Teens category.]]> 2017-12-15 19:58:13 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216616919 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216624185 Total Drama became so popular and successful that Fresh TV created another show based off it. The Ridonculous Race is often considered to be a spin off from the main series.]]> 2017-12-15 20:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216624185 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216626950 A post on Total Drama Reddit argues that the original cast of Total Drama was the best. Because the stereotypes were based on more realistic types of people, the viewer could connect to them easer.]]> 2017-12-15 20:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216626950 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216629423 A blog post on Wattpad attempts to explain and defend the use of the reset button to get rid of Mike's alternate personalities so he could defeat Mal. The writer argues that a possible treatment for multiple personality disorder is taking control of and combining all of your personalities together, and that the reset button represents that.]]> 2017-12-15 20:51:18 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216629423 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216630568 The biggest aspect of Leshawna that shows of her sense of justice is her conflict with Heather. Leshawna is not afraid at all to get personal with Heather when the latter is causing harm to her friends or not coopering in challenges. However, in the rare moments when Heather actually treats Leshawna with respect and kindness, the latter gladly returns it.]]> 2017-12-15 20:57:45 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216630568 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216631414 Despite her severe lack of intelligence, Lindsay is shown to get along well with the majority of the other contestants. She proves that you don't have to be smart to be a great person.]]> 2017-12-15 21:03:23 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216631414 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216632042 Out of all the characters to break the boundaries of their stereotypes, Tyler While most jocks are depicted as being selfish and egotistical, Tyler is shown to be the opposite, as he's shown to be a great friend to several other characters in the show. Despite his athletic ability, or lack thereof, Tyler still remains enthusiastic and optimistic during challenges. ]]> 2017-12-15 21:06:57 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216632042 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216633767 The characters in Total Drama are based of off several stereotypes, which are known throught the show as labels. However, these stereotypes are based off of real people in popular culture. It's interesting to see how all of these different types of people come together and interact.]]> 2017-12-15 21:16:21 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216633767 grassania https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216634822 The entire series of Total Drama currently holds a 7.2/10 rating on IMDb. The only reviewer from the IMDb staff gave it a 8/10. The first season of the show, Total Drama Island, was nominated for "Best Animated Program" at the 2008 Geminis.]]> 2017-12-15 21:21:36 UTC https://padlet.com/grassania/ws31mxp7y6s5/wish/216634822