From 2008 to 2014, audiences were taken on a wild motorcycle ride viaFXsriveting crime seriesSons of Anarchy.
Perlman’s strong performance for six seasons made Clay a villain fans loved to hate.
9Racial Stereotypes
In the world of SAMCRO, toxic masculinity comes with a side of racism.
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Latinx characters are stereotyped as thugs and gang members, perpetuating discriminating views.
Instead, the members are based on stereotypes and solely appear as ruthless obstacles SAMCRO has to overcome.
If they were to find out, Juice would be exiled from the club.
Instead of trying to help Wendy with her addiction, Jax refuses to let her see their son.
The thrilling action sequences and glorified sex and violence also add to the romanticization of the characters.
Viewers might find these characters cool role models, or romantically attractive.
The over-the-top shocks of the series kept audiences riveted and glued to their screens for the drama and suspense.
It’s not difficult to excuse Jax’s violent behavior and deplorable actions because fans like him so much.
Similarly, Opie is a tragic character whose questionable decisions showcase this moral gray area.
Gemma’s selfish and harmful choices also face few repercussions.
Yet Gemma is rarely forced to face any meaningful consequences.
They lead a criminal lifestyle, suffer no consequences, and die only when they choose to.
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In Season 2, Gemma’s kidnapping by the League of American Nationalists is a traumatic example.
Jax’s trauma from his father’s death and the violence that surrounds him is suppressed.
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