The Monster Inside Her: A Look into Monstrous Femininity in Ari Aster’s Midsommar
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Title
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The Monster Inside Her: A Look into Monstrous Femininity in Ari Aster’s Midsommar
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Creator
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Kellianna C Mikawa
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Exit Requirement
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Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project
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Date of Award
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2024-06-27
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Honors Program Director
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Gavin Keulks
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Faculty Advisor
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Tiara Good
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Abstract
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Midsommar, a cultish horror film, serves as a portrayal of monstrous femininity, defined by Barbara Creed, which allows femininity to be wielded as a tool of empowerment. Attributes such as sexuality, motherhood, and nature that are condemned within the patriarchy are honored within the matriarchy. This analysis aims to illuminate the significance of female empowerment in film. Dani, the protagonist, who begins her journey with an unhealthy relationship while grappling with profound trauma, finds her peace inside the matriarchy. As she steps into her power and burns the bridge between her and the past, she embraces her monstrous femininity. The impact of Midsommar inspires women to reclaim what has been demonized, highlighting feminist issues and encouraging radical empathy.
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Type
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Text; Image; StillImage
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Department
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Honors
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Keywords
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Midsommar
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monstrous femininity
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horror films
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Language
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eng
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Rights
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Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author.
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https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en
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Identifier
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honors_0802a
