This impossible standard of who she’s perceived to be versus who she’s meant to be is perfectly captured in America Ferrara’s speech in Barbie the Movie.
Category: Feminism
Book Review: Vagina Problems by Lara Parker
Vagina Problems: Endometriosis, Painful Sex, and Other Taboo Topics by Lara Parker My rating: 4 of 5 stars I didn’t realize the author was the woman who made videos for Buzzfeed about Endo and other Vagina Problems a few years back. Then, I actually learned a lot about these sorts of issues from her content… Continue reading Book Review: Vagina Problems by Lara Parker
My Biggest Fear Is Wetting The Bed
At the time of writing this, I am 22 weeks pregnant. My favorite room in the house, if you go by time spent there, is the bathroom. I’ve made the comment more than once to my husband that I should just start wearing diapers now instead of waiting post-partum. My biggest fear is wetting the… Continue reading My Biggest Fear Is Wetting The Bed
Masters Overcorrects to be Feminist
Kevin Smith’s revival of Masters of the Universe was highly anticipated in 2021. As someone well known for being a nerd and valuing the nostalgia that keeps nerd culture going, most trusted him to provide an up-to-date but reminiscent He-Man. With Masters of the Universe: Revelation, Smith gives us a fully plotted out show, with… Continue reading Masters Overcorrects to be Feminist