When contrasted against the special designation conferred upon Final Girls, it seems apparent that the horror genre permits its mothers limited options.
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Born sexy yesterday is the common sexual fantasy depicted in films and TV around female characters that exude sex appeal, but mimic the intelligence of a young child.
Maria Lattila examines how generic slashers actually hide a hugely empowering element, the Final Girls of horror fulfilling and enabling feminine power and potential.