New Delhi: If you have been doom-scrolling on social media, then you might have bumped into the ‘Run like a girl’ trend. For those unaware, this particular phrase is making rounds on the internet with the haunting tune of Labor by Paris Paloma. It simply means that when you run like a girl, you are actually running for your life.
For years, doing anything like a girl was a mortifying way of saying that you are too weak to do that. However, the phrase ‘Run like a girl’ beats all the stereotypes and rather believes that when a girl runs, she runs for her life putting in all her strength. Well, since women on the internet cannot stop themselves from resharing it, we curated a list of women-centric survival thrillers that celebrate the true strength of womanhood.
Here are five female-led survival thrillers that celebrate the power of womanhood. Scroll down to read about them in detail and add them to your watchlist today!
Set in the early 1700s, Prey reinvigorates the Predator franchise with a fresh perspective. The film introduces Naru, a young Comanche woman portrayed by Amber Midthunder, who confronts a technologically advanced alien predator threatening her tribe. Naru’s journey from a skilled hunter to a relentless warrior is both inspiring and intense. Her battle against the extraterrestrial foe in the vast wilderness showcases her bravery and resourcefulness, making Prey a standout in female-led survival narratives.
In CrawlKaya Scodelario delivers a gripping performance as Haley, a competitive swimmer who finds herself trapped in her family home during a Category 5 hurricane. As floodwaters rise, so do the dangers lurking beneath—massive alligators. Haley’s athleticism and quick thinking become her lifeline as she fights to survive both the natural disaster and the predators it unleashes. The film masterfully combines claustrophobic tension with high-octane action, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
Mary Elizabeth Winstead stars as Michelle in 10 Cloverfield Lane, a thriller that blurs the lines between captivity and salvation. After a car accident, Michelle awakens in an underground bunker with two men who claim the outside world is uninhabitable due to a catastrophic event. As uncertainty looms, Michelle’s scepticism and survival instincts drive her to uncover the truth, leading to a suspenseful and unpredictable narrative.
Blake Lively takes centre stage in The Shallows, portraying Nancy, a medical student seeking solace through surfing on a secluded beach. Her retreat quickly turns into a nightmare when she’s attacked by a great white shark and stranded on a rocky outcrop just 200 meters from shore. With limited resources and time running out, Nancy’s determination and ingenuity are put to the ultimate test in this taut survival thriller.
Angelina Jolie stars as Hannah, a smokejumper grappling with past traumas, in Those Who Wish Me Dead. Set against the backdrop of the Montana wilderness, Hannah encounters a young boy on the run from assassins after witnessing his father’s murder. As a raging forest fire threatens to consume them, Hannah must summon her courage and expertise to protect the boy and confront the dangers that lie ahead.
The above-mentioned films not only entertain but also inspire, showcasing the indomitable spirit of women facing extraordinary challenges. As the genre continues to evolve, audiences can look forward to more stories where women not only survive but thrive against all odds.
