⚠️Movie trigger warnings: body horror, violence, kidnapping, child death, pregnancy loss, addiction, grief, trauma, abuse of power, revenge, blood, guts and gore

In this episode of Femme Fatalities, hosts Anna and Margaret delve into the complexities of the Saw film series, focusing on the themes of grief, loss, and character development. They discuss the impact of creative changes on storytelling, the portrayal of disenfranchised grief, and the philosophical underpinnings of John Kramer's actions. The conversation also touches on the evolution of traps and games in the series, as well as creative ideas for future installments. Throughout, they emphasize the importance of teamwork and the human experience of navigating trauma and loss.

00:00 Introduction to the Femme Fatalities Podcast

03:00 Exploring the Themes of Saw 3, 4, and 5

06:08 Character Development and Protagonist Dynamics

08:50 Grief, Loss, and Trauma in the Saw Series

12:00 The Impact of Creative Changes on Storytelling

14:55 The Complexity of Revenge and Morality

18:01 Character Arcs and Inconsistencies in Saw

20:10 Exploring Female Dynamics in Detective Stories

22:13 The Importance of Teamwork in Chaos

23:45 Grief and Forgiveness in the Narrative

25:57 The Complexity of Loss and New Beginnings

27:37 Plot Structure and Character Development

29:34 Creative Traps and Character Relatability

36:38 Innovative Ideas for Future Installments