Female representation

• What does The Bridge challenge in its representation of women?

  Typical representations in crime dramas
• How does the representation of women in The Bridge reflect societal changes?

  It shows shifts in society, culture, and audience expectations
• Who is the character Saga in The Bridge?

  • A detective character
  • Breaks typical detective representation
  • Described as a hardcore investigator
• How is Saga's character described on the BBC website?

  As a hardcore investigator who is socially challenged
• What aspects of Saga's character are minimized?

  Her clothing, dialogue, and relationships
• What creates humor in Saga's interactions?

  Her literal responses to situations and conversations
• What masculine traits does Saga exhibit?

  Masculine stance, dynamic movement, and clothing
• How does Saga's clothing contribute to her character representation?

  It is masculine, including leather trousers and overcoat
• What is iconic about Saga's expression?

  Her passive expression shown in close-up
• How does Saga's character illustrate her inability to comprehend social situations?

  She struggles with small talk and empathy
• What does Saga's construction allow the program to explore?

  A character who does not conform to social norms
• How does Saga react when confronted with her past?

  She shows vulnerability and fear
• Who is Hanne Thomsen in The Bridge?

  • A strong female character
  • Well-respected and experienced
  • Positive representation of an older woman
• How does Hanne's clothing contribute to her character representation?

  It is functional and non-objectifying
• What cultural differences does Hanne exemplify?

  Differences between Sweden and Denmark
• How does Hanne react to Swedish political correctness?

  She shows prejudices and contempt
• What does Hanne think of the idea of a gender-neutral pre-school?

  She expresses disdain for the idea
• Who is Lise Friis Anderson in The Bridge?

  • Middle class and wealthy
  • Right-wing opinion leader
  • Teaches her daughter to react with violence
• How does Lise's views contrast with Helle Anker's?

  Her views are right-wing and traditional
• What does Lise's blog represent?

  Her views on family and societal norms
• How does Lise react to bullying?

  She teaches her daughter to react with violence