Response to "The Socialogy of Jesus"

In response to “The Socialogy of Jesus” : http://christandpopcultpolitics.blogspot.com/

I agree that the majority of woman portrayed in popular films are femme fatales. Women are commonly depicted as the mysterious, seductive figure that lure and charm male figures through irresistible desire. This often leads the male figures into dangerous, potentially deadly situations. The femme fatale is capable of hypnotizing her victim with a spell. These female figures are often depicted as seductresses, vampires, witches or demons. The femme fatale manipulates men through lust and desire. This character is seen to influence men into hiding their misdeeds and taking the wrath for any crimes they commit.

This depiction of the female temptress has been illustrated in early Creation mythologies such as the Gospel Creation stories and the Greek Creation mythology. In the Greek story of creation everything begins with chaos and out of chaos the earth (Gaia) is formed. As a punishment to mankind, Zeus creates woman (Pandora). Pandora’s box is filled with the miseries and misfortunes of the world. Through this story women are seen as an evil creation. Prior to the fall of mankind, men lived free from cruelties and miseries. In relation to gender roles and the Christian Creation story, man is depicted at the hierarchy of genders (Man created first, women created out of man). In both stories women take on a negative role (women created as a companion for males vs. women created as a punishment for mankind).

This common conception was further reinforced by philosophers such as Aristotle. Due to a lack of heat, women were seen as inferior to males. Many believed women were in need of constant surveillance as they could not control their sexual desires as women are “lustful” beings.

I agree with your comment that males play a supportive role to the temptress female characters which points to juxtaposition between good and evil. I agree that the role of the female in this character has manifested itself in Western culture and dress (as stated in your example of Halloween costumes). This notion plays on the objectification of women as women are seen and portrayed as objects of desire.