How Hollywood Made a Greek Warrior Princess that Hardly ever Existed
Xena the Greek warrior princess, who began as an antagonist of Hercules, captivated audiences about the globe a lot more than 20 decades ago. One particular of the joys of seeking back at Xena is its playfulness. It options critically badass woman figures, and at situations delivers a major message about feminine solidarity and feminism.
By Amanda Potter
Xena the fictional Warrior Princess, played by Lucy Lawless, captivated audiences all-around the globe for 6 series with her superior kicks, sword expertise and distinctive war cry. The sequence adopted her as she fought her way as a result of armies, monsters and gods, together with her soul mate and ethical compass, Gabrielle (Renee O’Connor).
Xena travelled across house and time, having us from historic Greece to Rome, Egypt, Britain, China, India, Scandinavia