The main point the author makes in this article is to point out all the stereotypical representation of the white and black race and how they are portrayed in the movie. In addition to this she breaks down each SCWAMP attribute and how it applies to the film. The author explains how the portrayal of the black male character is that of a struggling young man who comes from a rough neighborhood and the white girl is coming from a nicer neighborhood and nicer school who's mother has passed away and now she must move to the 'inner-city'. Grinner also writes about how the black woman speak slang and the white girl speaks proper english. How in order to fit in the white girl must be taught how to 'act black', through dance, speech and attitude. The actions in the movie constantly enforce stereotypes and Grinner is choosing to bring them to light.
For the most part I agree with Grinner's perception, however I do believe some of her arguments aren't back up sufficiently. When she is connecting the movie to the SCWAMP framework, some explanations are placed in the wrong categories. Some areas could have used a stronger argument. For example when supporting the Straightness/Heterosexuality Grinner also mentions race, the argument would have resonated more if she had just spoke on gender.
She continues to use race when explaining how Christianity is utilized in the film. I think to point out some religious symbols or actions would make more sense than to compare character relations in the movie to people in the bible. This can be done with any relationship, there are so many explained in the bible that I'm not sure this was the best approach. Besides those factors, Grinner has many great points.
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