THRILLER PROTAGONISTS FEMALES

FEMALE PROTAGONISTS

As a group we decided we should focus on female protagonists within thriller films, as our idea shall include a female character, as our protagonist. Through the following case studies we shall be looking at what makes a strong and effective character, what conventions were used, and how they resolve their situation. Our case studies shall be on: Obsessed: Obsessed focuses on a woman Sharon , played by Beyonc Knowles, who tries to save her and her husbands relationship after his new temp Lisa, played by Ali Larter, becomes obsessed with her husband and makes numerous attempts to seduce him. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: The film is a mystery thriller starring Rooney Mara. Based on the Swedish novel it focuses on a journalist who investigates the disappearance of a wealthy girl 40 years ago.

THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO

Name: Lisbeth Salander Occupation: Computer Hacker/Private investigator Description: Dark hair, previously red. Dark eyes, short pale skinny woman with short hair, eyebrow and nose piercings. Has many tattoos. Swedish. Age: No age mentioned assumed to be in 20s Only solution left to help resolve the mystery with her hacking skills Portrayed as educated through career Seen in peril - crime Supporting character journalist Mikael Blomkvists (played by Daniel Craig Not very feminine voyeurism allows us to see a more feminine side to her

OBSESSED

Name Sharon Charles Age- Late 20s/Early 30s Occupation- Full time mother, previously office temp Seen in peril, standing on higher ground as she finally defeats the antagonist, showing her authority defensive, determined character Voyeurism shows a loving, sensitive, feminine side to the character Supporting character husband Speaks in a soft tone, even when angry, only seen in distress with her husband Although her husband is in the situation, the fact that Sharon not only deals with the issue but decides she should makes woman seem powerful within the film. Also showing husband and wife relationships.