Applies transgender theory to animation as a medium. Focuses mostly on character design, and the gendering of non-human characters but also contains a chapter on the impact of voice on gender representation which may be useful for those interested voice tone, pitch etc. in animated characters. Stecher, D. (2023). Animating Gender: A Medium Drawn to … Continue reading Stecher (2023) Animating Gender: A Medium Drawn to Transness
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Teshigawara (2003) Voices in Japanese animation
Examines the phonetic properties of heroes and villains in anime. Investigates how identified auditory characteristics affect people’s perceptions of good and bad characters. Mostly quantitative analysis with a detailed discussion of results. Male and female heroes and villains are analysed separately and differences are presented between them. This thesis would be useful for those interested … Continue reading Teshigawara (2003) Voices in Japanese animation