Does it pass the Bechdel Test? Yes
Power Structures enforcing Masculinity and Femininity
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Masculinity
- The men’s club runs everything in LA. They cut Chadwick’s Isodyne program so he could focus on his campaign.
- Chadwick’s campaign is “better” for him and his wife in the long run when it’s her research getting cut
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Defying Masculinity:
- If Peggy isn’t with Jarvis she is the one driving
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Femininity
- Peggy needs to get “dolled up” to go to the club Jason invited her it. It’s a “swanky” place
Ana Jarvis’ Characteristics on the Bem Sex Inventory
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Masculine
- Athletic (she is Edwin’s sparring partner), willing to take a stand
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Feminine
- Affectionate, cheerful, feminine, loyal, sympathetic
Shared by: Abby Kramer
Image Credit: Agent Carter, Season 2 Episode 2, 3:13