Women are often portrayed as victims or femme fatales in these stories from "summary" of Gender and Criminality in Bangla Crime Narratives by Shampa Roy
In Bangla crime narratives, women are frequently depicted as either victims or femme fatales. This portrayal reflects the societal attitudes towards women and their perceived roles in crime stories. The victim narrative often portrays women as helpless and in need of rescue, reinforcing traditional gender stereotypes. On the other hand, the femme fatale archetype depicts women as seductive and dangerous, using their sexuality to manipulate or deceive men. These depictions serve to reinforce the idea of women as either innocent victims or cunning temptresses, with little room for nuance or complexity. By reducing women to these stereotypes, the narratives often fail to explore the full ran...
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