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May 4, 2022
In the latest Matriarchy Rising, Jenn Adams looks at ‘Aliens,’ Ripley, and the Alien Queen just in time for Mother’s Day.
April 6, 2022
Jenn Adams revisits feminist horror classic ‘Bit’ and unpacks what happens when the the patriarchy is removed from the vampire sub-genre.
Ex Machina
March 2, 2022
In the latest Matriarchy Rising, Jenn Adams looks at Alex Garland’s take on the creation story in his film ‘Ex Machina’.
Teeth
February 2, 2022
In the latest Matriarchy Rising, Jenn Adams looks at ‘Teeth’ and its empowering message about rejecting the patriarchy.
Sidney
January 5, 2022
In the latest Matriarchy Rising, Jenn Adams examines the enduring relationship between Sidney and Gale in the Scream franchise.
Black Christmas
December 1, 2021
Despite its flaws, Sophia Takal’s ‘Black Christmas’ (2019) is ultimately a tale about empowerment and shattering patriarchal systems.
Heather horror
November 3, 2021
In the latest Matriarchy Rising, Jenn Adams seeks justice for Heather Donohue from ‘The Blair Witch Project.’ Read to learn more.