79 Percent Say More On-Screen Diversity Is Needed in Film, TV: ViacomCBS Study

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Of those who feel poorly represented, nearly 60 percent say people like them are not represented enough, while 52 percent mention a lack of accuracy in portrayals.

In every country surveyed, the top issue with representation in film and TV is either around race and ethnicity or economic status, according to a summary of its findings. Race and ethnicity ranked no. 1 in the U.S., U.K., Australia, South Africa, the Netherlands, Nigeria and Singapore, ViacomCBS said. Economic status was the top-ranked issue in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Germany, Italy, Poland and Malaysia.

In a sign of how much representation matters to audiences worldwide, more than 80 percent said more needs to be done to ensure that TV shows and movies represent different groups and identities in front of and behind the camera.

ViacomCBS’ exploration of how television and entertainment “teach people about themselves and others” surveyed more than 15,000 people aged 13-49 from 15 countries and was published during the

 

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What 79% is that? 😂

And behind the scenes too.

15,000 people surveyed in 15 countries only aged 13-49? Another useless study that proves nothing

Agreed. There aren't enough upset white guys.

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