Stereotype – A widely held belief of someone or something that is oversimplified to be represented.

Countertype – A representation that challenges dominant ideologies or groups.

An example of a stereotype can be seen in films with Women playing the Damsel role, like in such films as Snow White. This can be said to be chosen by the director due to the patriarchal time period it was released in (1937) where stereotypical roles were issued to Men and Women.

An example of a Countertype can be seen in films with people’s race. This can be shown where minorities are in a position of power, an example of this is Black Panther. This can be seen to be chosen by the director as it was a demonstration of diversity in a predominantly white super Hero film industry.