Why this summer’s most feminist superhero isn’t Wonder Woman
It wasn’t what I expected either.
DC’s 2017 “Wonder Woman” has been a long time coming. We’ve waited to see a true female hero onscreen that wasn’t just a made-up doll with some moves, but a (somewhat) realistic, complex woman starring in some serious action.
As amazing as it was to see a kick-ass woman saving the world, our 2017 superhero feminism wasn’t over. Tom Holland’s 2017 version of Spiderman took it a step further.
I’m sure you’re wondering, “How could a male superhero possibly be more feminist than a female hero?” Wonder Woman is a beacon of woman empowerment, but “Spiderman: Homecoming” brings a more nuanced and influential feminism on screen.
And of course, we should remind ourselves, men can be feminists and can benefit from feminism as well.
While I can definitively say Homecoming has not received the attention it deserves, it’s a victory for breaking gender stereotypes all the same.
Why Spiderman Homecoming is a feminist film
On the surface, “Homecoming” is fun. It’s lighthearted because Spiderman is a kid dealing with awkward high school stuff, also struggling with the responsibility of his powers. He’s eager to prove himself, as any teen with…
