Pornography is a subject matter I don't know much about, if anything at all. The extent of my knowledge is what my guy friends fill me in on when I don't even ask. The pornography industry is a huge money maker but is such a secret, dark world in my opinion. Being a woman, I personally do not view porn and never have. It isn't something I am interested in and never will be.
Some arguments pose the question; does pornography oppress women/girls? I think these movies show women only as sexual objects but these movies aren't real life. They are just movies and a fantasy for most men. Men know viewing these movies that this isn't how their sex lives are and know they never will have this type of sex life. The women who put themselves in this industry decided this is their career path and it was their choice. Sure, these movies don't show women in the best light but once again, it's a fantasy.
It's all a matter of opinion on whether it oppresses women or not. Personally, I don't think so just because I know it's only a movie to fulfill some lonely guy's fantasy. There are some crazy people out there and if these women can get paid to have sex then all the more to them. It doesn't mean they have no self-worth or morals. Sex is different for everybody and for these ladies, it's not a big deal. So why not get paid for it? Women are very sensitive on the subject of porn but if you just look at it for what it is, then it shouldn't be such a big deal. Some of the types of porn can get a little crazy and out of hand (i.e. torture porn). Really? BUT that is some creepy guy's fantasy and will pay big money to see it done. I may be 1 of 100 girls who feel this way about the porn industry but it's an industry. I see it as that and move on.
How do the readings in Dines & Humez, along with the documentaries watched in class, deepen your understanding of pornography? Go beyond your personal opinions and challenge yourself.
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