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female representation in superheroes

An illustration of batgirl shows the character facing to the left while a batman's shadow lurks behind her.

Shelving ‘Batgirl’ Is a Step Backward For Everyone

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

Keeping the female protagonist in the Bat Cave risks starting a troubling trend.…

August 19, 2022

A Drawing of Thor: Love and Thunder shows the female Thor crouching while a man facing away from the camera stands in the background.

Strong Women Fail To Shine in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

Director Taika Waititi delivers a colorful movie with powerful female characters but still falls short of true representation.…

July 22, 2022

Can We Please Have an All-Female Justice League Already?

Can We Please Have an All-Female Justice League Already?

Heather Ware, Bowling Green State University

And no, not for the skimpy outfits.…

October 4, 2016