Posted: May 27th, 2015

Women in James Bon films from a feminist perspective

Women in James Bon films from a feminist perspective

Project description
Over the course of 37 books and 23 films the women James Bonds life have represented the best and the worst of human nature. From warriors to murderers they inhabited and exhibited the archetypes of their times. This paper looks at the womens contributions to the Bond franchise, their effect on society, and the feminist consciousness raising affects that have influenced multiple generations.

Working Bibliography/Works Cited
Women and James Bond: All Shook Up

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