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Title: Katy Perry Defends ‘Woman’s World’ Video as Satirical Commentary on Male Gaze
Katy Perry’s latest music video for her song “Woman’s World” has sparked controversy and criticism for its portrayal of women. However, the singer is now speaking out to defend the video, claiming that it is actually a satirical commentary on the male gaze.
In a behind-the-scenes clip, Perry addresses the backlash and explains the concept behind the video. “It’s like, ‘Oooh, we’re not about the male gaze but we really are about the male gaze,’ and we’re really overplaying it and on the nose,” she says.
The video, directed by filmmaker Liza Voloshin, features Perry and a diverse group of women in various settings, including a beauty pageant, a corporate office, and a kitchen. Many critics have accused the video of perpetuating harmful stereotypes and objectifying women.
However, Perry argues that the video is meant to be a satirical take on these stereotypes and the male gaze in media. “We wanted to take these stereotypes and flip them on their head, and show how ridiculous they can be,” she explains.
Voloshin also defends the video, stating that it was intentionally exaggerated to make a point. “We wanted to make it so over-the-top that it was almost like a cartoon,” she says. “We wanted to make it clear that this is not how we see women, but how society often portrays them.”
Perry and Voloshin’s intentions were also supported by the diverse group of women featured in the video. “I think it’s important to show that women can be strong and powerful in any setting, whether it’s a beauty pageant or a corporate office,” says one of the models, Nia Franklin.
While the video may have missed the mark for some viewers, Perry hopes that it will spark important conversations about the representation of women in media. “I think it’s important to have these discussions and challenge the status quo,” she says.
In the end, Perry hopes that the video will be seen as a satirical commentary on the male gaze and a call to action for more diverse and empowering representations of women in media. “We’re not trying to offend anyone, we’re just trying to make a statement,” she concludes.
