Trigger Warnings: body horror, sexual violence/undertones, childbirth and maternal trauma, AI-related loss of autonomy, graphic violence and gore, feelings of isolation and alienation, and explicit depictions of death and mortality

In this episode of Femme Fatalities, Anna and Margaret discuss the movie Romulus and explore various themes such as AI issues, the concept of what makes someone human, the maternal instinct, and the sexual undertones in the film. They also touch on the fear of childbirth and the dominance of the male perspective in certain films. In this conversation, Anna and Margaret discuss the themes and characters in the movie 'Romulus'. They explore the expectations placed on masculine and feminine-facing individuals, the cultural narrative of male versus female perspectives, and the impact of personal revelations about artists on their work. They also touch on the mythology and origins of the aliens in the 'Alien' franchise. The conversation highlights the importance of relatable characters in movies and the need for support and resources when feeling alien or out of place.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Romulus

01:29 Trigger Warnings and Heavy Themes in the Film

02:21 Exploring the Concept of What Makes Someone Human

03:21 The Maternal Instinct and Protection of Offspring

06:18 Sexual Undertones and Fear of Childbirth

08:39 Discussion on the Alien Queen and the Offspring

11:35 The Design of the Alien Offspring and Missed Opportunities

13:16 The Dominance of the Male Perspective in Films

15:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

19:42 Exploring Expectations and Perspectives

21:03 The Impact of Personal Revelations on Artists' Work

25:50 Body Horror and the Female Experience

27:31 Unraveling the Mythology of the 'Alien' Franchise

34:23 Relating to Characters in 'Romulus'

37:58 Seeking Support and Resources