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Why are so many lesbian characters introduced as the “mean girl”?
From Santana Lopez and Cheryl Blossom to Leighton Murray and Yuri, queer women in film and television have often been written as sharp-tongued, intimidating, or emotionally guarded before audiences ever get to know them. But why has this become such a common trope?
In this video, we explore the history of the “mean lesbian” archetype, where it comes from, how it has evolved, and whether modern shows are finally moving beyond it.
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