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The Evolution of the Final Girl: From Victim to Victor
How horror's most enduring trope transformed from passive survivor to empowered protagonist over five decades.
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January 7, 2026
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The Evolution of the Final Girl: From Victim to Victor
How horror's most enduring trope transformed from passive survivor to empowered protagonist over five decades.
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