Mothering Styles in Film Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
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The purpose of this study was to examine Evelyn’s mothering style in the film Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) using Diana Baumrind's Parenting Styles theory, to analyze the portrayal of Asian mothering in the film. Initially, Evelyn employed a strict, authoritarian approach with her daughter, Joy, shaped by her traditional Asian cultural background. As time progressed, Evelyn recognized the emotional pain her daughter experienced because of her mothering style. This realization led to her transition to authoritative mothering, characterized by warmth, support, and understanding. The film portrayed a complex mother-daughter relationship that combined traditional Asian and American mothering styles.
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