Orphan Black is a science fiction fantasy series which follows Sarah Manning, an orphan from England who witnesses the suicide of cop, Beth Childs, who also appears to be her double. If that wasn't creepy enough, germans, scientists and 'soccer-moms' turn to up to create the beauty that is Orphan Black and the world of clones.
Now that it has graced our screens for the third season, I thought I'd give you some of my feminist reasons why Orphan Black is both a trailblazer and ultimate TV gold.
1. Meet Tatiana Maslany
If it wasn't for the pure talent of Maslany, Orphan Black would not be. Not only does she play S1 lead Sarah Manning, she also plays her 'sisters;' Beth, Alison, Helena, Cosima and many more. And while the supporting characters of Mrs S, Felix, Donnie and Paul are hugely important, Tatiana carries Orphan Black on her shoulders. Not only does Maslany play an array of strong, female, kickass feminist characters, she also is one and defends OB's right to be from female point of view, no exceptions made.
"The characters [in Orphan Black] all have a complexity to them, an unapologetic individuality. They’re not physically superhuman and emotionless and without flaws. Having a strong female character doesn’t mean she’s beyond suffering and fragility. There’s a fearlessness. That to me is strong writing for women. It defies gender." (AdWeek)
"The characters [in Orphan Black] all have a complexity to them, an unapologetic individuality. They’re not physically superhuman and emotionless and without flaws. Having a strong female character doesn’t mean she’s beyond suffering and fragility. There’s a fearlessness. That to me is strong writing for women. It defies gender." (AdWeek)
