O Secretariado no cinema: estereótipos e representações da carreira

Abstract

For years, cinema has portrayed various professions in distinct ways, offering diverse perspectives on the professional world. The inclusion of Secretarial roles on screen has sparked academic interest by revealing the social perception of the profession and the construction of stereotypes and discourses. Thus, this study aims to analyze how Secretarial work is represented in cinema, whether as the main focus or in relevant situations, exploring prevalent stereotypes and perspectives. As a research method, this study employed exploratory and descriptive research, coupled with cinematic analysis, to examine the representation of Secretarial work in the film industry, focusing on the identification and analysis of stereotypes associated with this profession. Five films featuring Secretarial professionals in prominent or supporting roles were analyzed to understand how representations of Secretarial work impact public perception, including stereotypes, skills, and value in the organizational context. The study concluded that the stereotypes about secretaries portrayed in the analyzed films present a simplified and distorted view of the profession. These stereotypes often perpetuate the idea of secretaries as submissive assistants confined to simple tasks, undervaluing the essential role they play in organizations, including coordination, communication, and the organization of important information.