Research Paper On Emma Watson

Many of us reminisce watching the girl with the frizzy hair and the “I know it all” attitude as she tries to blend in, but inevitably stands out. Emma Watson, best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series, would never have imagined how this role would change her life and define who she is at the age of nine. As a child star, she gained the admiration of many, but at the same time was scrutinized by the media. Growing up in the entertainment industry can put a lot of pressure on a person, especially a child, causing them to mature rapidly. Many child stars would be consumed by fame and fortune and would eventually turn out to be rebellious. However, Emma Watson demonstrates a sense of maturity while maintaining
Both men and women should feel free to be strong… It is time that we all perceive gender on a spectrum not as two opposing sets of ideals,” a quote from Emma’s speech delivered at the United Nations Headquarters for the HeForShe campaign (UN Women). After the events that followed the end of the Harry Potter films and her graduation from Brown University, Emma Watson was chosen to be the UN Women Goodwill Ambassador to apply her knowledge and voice to advocate for gender equality as well as allowing women from different countries and cultures to be empowered to stand up for their rights and to fight for what they believe in (UN Women). Using Hermione as her inspiration, Emma Watson believes that as long as you have your books, your knowledge through education, and a kind heart, any answers you are looking for will be found. She also believes that gender equality isn’t solely about feminism, where just women fight for their rights, but also a problem men face too. Society does tend to put stereotypes on gender and define males with masculinity and females with femininity, but never allowing to either attribute some qualities of both. Therefore, Emma wants to invite both men and women to join the fight for gender equality. Many people may know her as the “Harry Potter girl,” therefore might not take her seriously, but Emma knows that and she wants her words to mean something and hopefully inspire individuals to stand up because she wants to see progress occur (UN Women). Hopefully these words will ignite actions, which is her main