#3 The Smurfette Principle (Tropes vs. Women)

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The Smurfette Principle was named two decades ago by Katha Pollitt, when she noticed that there were a disproportionate amount of male characters in programming aimed at young people. Even in adult programming, when women do appear in the primary cast of a television show or movie, they are usually alone in a group of men. Sadly, this trope has made its way into the 21st century.
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Check out Nostalgia Chick's video on the Smurfette Principle - blip.tv/file/31...
Also, be sure to check out the Smurfs episode where Smurfette is created! • Video