Damsel, the new addition to Netflix’s original movies, is a fantasy that has received similar criticism to others on the platform. Set in a high fantasy world and featuring a young and unexpected hero, the story is similar to the many YA novels beloved worldwide. Despite the popularity of these storylines, the connections this movie has to the admired fantasy sub-genre has been a major cause of harsh criticism.The typical storyline and themes in Damsel mean the movie has some valid criticism regarding originality. On the other hand, it can’t be ignored that modern fantasies like this new film often have one defining factor: female main characters. Based on the most popular fantasy movies, shows, and books, it’s not hard to discern that traditional male heroes do not receive the same level of criticism as their female counterparts. It’s, therefore, fair to speculate that the harsh critique of Damsel is connected to a problematic trend prominent in the fantasy fandom.There’s no denying that Damsel isn’t a groundbreaking fantasy film. It follows a familiar narrative, watching an unlikely hero defy the odds and be the one to change the world (or at least the country). However, the film does stand out with its obvious feminist themes, highlighting a controversial hero-type character who is unforgettable due to the talented young actress she’s portrayed by.
Damsel, the new addition to Netflix’s original movies, is a fantasy that has received similar criticism to others on the platform. Set in a high fantasy world and featuring a young and unexpected hero, the story is similar to the many YA novels beloved worldwide. Despite the popularity of these storylines, the connections this movie has to the admired fantasy sub-genre has been a major cause of harsh criticism.
The typical storyline and themes in Damsel mean the movie has some valid criticism regarding originality. On the other hand, it can’t be ignored that modern fantasies like this new film often have one defining factor: female main characters. Based on the most popular fantasy movies, shows, and books, it’s not hard to discern that traditional male heroes do not receive the same level of criticism as their female counterparts. It’s, therefore, fair to speculate that the harsh critique of Damsel is connected to a problematic trend prominent in the fantasy fandom.
There’s no denying that Damsel isn’t a groundbreaking fantasy film. It follows a familiar narrative, watching an unlikely hero defy the odds and be the one to change the world (or at least the country). However, the film does stand out with its obvious feminist themes, highlighting a controversial hero-type character who is unforgettable due to the talented young actress she’s portrayed by.
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