Planet Sinclair Podcast

E2 - Lara Croft: Pure Fantasy or Female Pioneer?


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What does the character of Lara Croft represent for our culture? 
Yes, she is one of the most recognisable female protagonists to date, but does the character's depiction of hyper-sexuality outweigh her prominent portrayal as a role model for young impressionable girls? Discussions include her development process and origin, the rise and fall of the Tomb Raider games over the years, how Lara is viewed through the male gaze, her positive influence on a female audience, the over-sexualisation of Angelina Jolie's portrayal and how Alicia Vikander's portrayal is a positive step in the right direction for heroine cinema.
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Planet Sinclair PodcastBy Chloe Sinclair