"Women In Science Fiction And Fantasy Break The Mold"," In traditional sitcoms especially, women seem to be thrust into unoriginal character molds, either quirkily manic, the lovable hot girl whom all guys want or a passive aggressive, mean middle-aged mother.
They usually have complicated romantic storylines, just as in other dramas, and yes, they're often pretty hot, too.
The great thing about women in science fiction is the range of personalities that are represented.
Storylines set in outer space actually provide a fantastical and fascinating place for a plot to unfold, especially as it relates to women.
This gives writers an opportunity to develop interesting, dynamic female roles that go beyond slapstick humor or trivialities.
Sarah Connor, mother to the all-important John Connor in the ""Terminator"" series, is probably one of the most memorable take-no-prisoner's women in sci-fi history, at least as she appears in ""Terminator 2: Judgement Day.
Let's not forget Agent Scully, the ""X-Files"" heroine who was the ultimate strong woman of the 1990s.
Gillian Anderson's portrayal of the smart, tough character left a lasting impression on viewers for years to come.
"" Sommers becomes superhuman when she is saved from a skydiving accident by receiving bionic implants.
Sommers is an example of the survivor character, who is alive against the odds and now not only has to come to grips with the way her body and entire life has changed, but also has to fend for herself during dangerous undercover operations.
These are but a few of the fascinating female characters with which science fiction shows are populated.
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