Latin American Women Objectified in Prida's Beauty... humanity through the connection with an "ocean" of Latin American female communities. The first lines of the play “Beautiful Senoritas” introduce the feminist voice of Dolores Prida. Written in the 1970s, this literary piece reflects the women's rights movement and uses the liberation theme of many women writers during this decade. “Beautiful Señoritas” is a play that depicts feminist oppression, amplifying the disenfranchisement of Latina women. Although women's rights were recognized in the United States, women in Latin America were still oppressed by male domination. In Prida's work, she showcases this oppression and also the stereotypical gender roles of women. In a society where women are considered less than men, masochism reigns. Masculinity assumes that men are the most valuable gender in the world: smarter, better problem solvers, and harder workers. It also assumes that women are better led by men: women should be followers and obey their husbands. In “Beautiful Señoritas” the masochism remains strong. Even today, in some parts of the Latin world, there are men invested with masculine visions, those extremes of superiority can be seen in characters like Don José. The United States has been a world leader in women's rights and equality, and many cultures and nationalities have lagged far behind in recognizing equality for women. In particular, Latin, Middle Eastern and Asian cultures have women in subservient roles, with harsh punishments and marginalized by society, often the result of women trying to stay......at the center of the card...but the game , is a symbol of strength. It serves as an escape from the reality of a masochistic society. Separately, the women must face hardships alone, but together they are able to find their humanity by becoming “an ocean of strength” (321). “Beautiful Señoritas” is a play that echoes the feminist movement of the 1970s. Dolores Prida brings to the fore the stereotypical views of women in a male-dominated society. “What a dangerous and deadly adventure to be a woman!” (320) The women in this play recognize the different roles they must play, along with the suffering they must endure. As a result of this common bond of humanity between women, they are able to grow in a community by outwardly expressing their vulnerability. This group of women is an ocean of community: it symbolizes strength, courage and honor.

Topic > Latin American Women Objectified in Prida's Beauty... humanity through the connection with an "ocean" of Latin American female communities. The first lines of the play “Beautiful Senoritas” introduce the feminist voice of Dolores Prida. Written in the 1970s, this literary piece reflects the women's rights movement and uses the liberation theme of many women writers during this decade. “Beautiful Señoritas” is a play that depicts feminist oppression, amplifying the disenfranchisement of Latina women. Although women's rights were recognized in the United States, women in Latin America were still oppressed by male domination. In Prida's work, she showcases this oppression and also the stereotypical gender roles of women. In a society where women are considered less than men, masochism reigns. Masculinity assumes that men are the most valuable gender in the world: smarter, better problem solvers, and harder workers. It also assumes that women are better led by men: women should be followers and obey their husbands. In “Beautiful Señoritas” the masochism remains strong. Even today, in some parts of the Latin world, there are men invested with masculine visions, those extremes of superiority can be seen in characters like Don José. The United States has been a world leader in women's rights and equality, and many cultures and nationalities have lagged far behind in recognizing equality for women. In particular, Latin, Middle Eastern and Asian cultures have women in subservient roles, with harsh punishments and marginalized by society, often the result of women trying to stay......at the center of the card...but the game , is a symbol of strength. It serves as an escape from the reality of a masochistic society. Separately, the women must face hardships alone, but together they are able to find their humanity by becoming “an ocean of strength” (321). “Beautiful Señoritas” is a play that echoes the feminist movement of the 1970s. Dolores Prida brings to the fore the stereotypical views of women in a male-dominated society. “What a dangerous and deadly adventure to be a woman!” (320) The women in this play recognize the different roles they must play, along with the suffering they must endure. As a result of this common bond of humanity between women, they are able to grow in a community by outwardly expressing their vulnerability. This group of women is an ocean of community: it symbolizes strength, courage and honor.