LET’S START WITH A SMILE: RAPE CULTURE IN MARVEL’S JESSICA JONES

This analysis examines how the TV show “Jessica Jones” addresses rape culture through its characters and narratives. The show uses the supervillain Kilgrave, who possesses mind control powers, to symbolize the pervasive and insidious nature of rape culture and male entitlement. The document discusses how the show challenges rape myths and highlights the everyday realities of sexual violence and abuse. It underscores the importance of media in shaping societal attitudes and the potential for shows like “Jessica Jones” to provoke critical discussions about gender and violence