Blog Post: Representation in Stranger Things
The show Stranger Things is known for its supernatural mysteries and thrilling storyline, but it also has interesting ways of showing different characters. In this post, I’ll focus on two of the main characters: Eleven and Mike. They both represent different ideas about strength, identity, and friendship, which I think are important to the show.
Eleven:
Eleven is one of the most powerful characters in the show. She has these crazy telekinetic powers, but she also shows a different side of being a girl. Normally, girls in TV shows like this might need saving, but Eleven is the one doing the saving. For example, in Season 2, she faces off against the Mind Flayer and protects her friends. It’s pretty cool to see a girl character being the hero and not just a sidekick.
But it’s not all about her powers. Eleven also struggles with figuring out who she is, especially since she’s been raised in a lab. The show does a good job showing her trying to be more normal and finding her own identity outside of being just “the girl with powers.” I think this shows that strength isn’t just about fighting monsters; it’s also about figuring out who you are.
Mike Wheeler:
Mike starts off as the classic “leader” type. He’s brave and always looks out for his friends, like when he first finds Eleven and takes care of her. But as the show goes on, he shows another side. Instead of always being the tough guy, he shows he cares a lot about Eleven’s feelings. In Season 3, when Eleven loses her powers, Mike supports her and helps her feel strong again.
This is interesting because it’s not something you always see in male characters. Usually, guys in shows like this are all about being the hero, but Mike shows that it’s also okay for guys to be emotional and caring. I think this helps show that there’s more than one way to be strong.
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