The Bridgertons

In an article about Penelope Featherington, Penelope, framed against an open archway and wearing a yellow dress, stares boldly into the distance as purple flowers encircle her.

In Defense of Penelope Featherington

Kimberly Vazquez, Columbia College Chicago

The small screen needs more female characters as cunning and complex as the 'Bridgerton' series' pivotal wallflower.…

August 8, 2023

An illustration of TV characters gossiping in an article comparing Bridgerton and Gossip Girl. (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

‘Bridgerton’ Is the Perfect 2021 Version of ‘Gossip Girl’

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

After comparing these two popular drama series, it becomes clear that the different racial dynamics say a lot about society’s cultural influence on the entertainment industry.…

March 8, 2021

‘Bridgerton’ Uses a Feminist Lens on the Past To Comment on the Present

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

The hit Netflix series evokes contemporary gender inequality by looking at the dramatic day-to-day existence in 1813 high-society London.…

February 1, 2021

‘Bridgerton’ Is a Flawed But Intriguing Romance

Aimi Wen, Duke University

The series has a few issues but is still able to balance entertainment and important discussions.…

January 5, 2021