March 9, 2023
Captivating and beguiling, the classic femme fatale is a timeless embodiment of beauty, mystery, seduction, and danger. This iconic stock character originated from the golden age of film. She was often the mysterious and seductive lady who would lure unsuspecting men into all sorts of trouble with her feminine wiles. Over time, the femme fatale character evolved to encompass a wide variety of complex female characters that defy conventional gender norms.
We are familiar with popular femme fatales like Catwoman, Mystique or the many James Bond villains but there are so many more lesser-known femme fatales who deserve some recognition. So, without further ado, we present to you eight of the best femme fatale movies on Reveel. These characters may not fit into the traditional femme fatale definition but they inspire us with their resilience… along with some moral ambiguity.
On a stormy night, two detectives come knocking on Miss Barton’s door to discuss dark matters surrounding her world-famous cakes. It may sound like a simple story but suspense only builds up throughout the short film.
Watch Miss Barton’s Famous Cakes on Reveel
Long ago, a powerful spell tore open the veil between our world and the dream world, allowing Nightmares to cross over into reality. They have mercilessly preyed upon humanity, driving mankind towards extinction.
Watch The ShadowRealm on Reveel
Gavin Michael Booth creates an action comedy short film that tackles the treatment of women in Hollywood and the fight for equality in film, television, media, and beyond.
Watch Are You My Mommy? on Reveel
This short film centers around a young dancer named Ellie. Ellie wants to be a dancer but her ballet instructor and peers do nothing but obstruct her in this path. Ellie has a desire for acceptance on her path to finding her true potential and Ellie’s true potential is quite dark.
A couple goes for a trip one Sunday when an unexpected accident dramatically complicates things.
Watch A Beautiful Sunday on Reveel
To Live From The Land is a beautifully crafted cinematic parable set long after a time of catastrophic world change. A lonely young scavenger struggles daily to protect what is hers in the harsh environment of the aftermath. In a time of chaos and desolation, the most valuable resources are also the most desired commodities.
Watch To Live From The Land on Reveel
Squeal is a film that could be seen as a tribute to the Me Too movement. Also directed by Gavin Michael Booth, the film centers around three women who take the law into their own hands when justice isn’t served to predatory men.
Break of Dawn is a slasher short film that takes inspiration from classic horror films and slasher tropes. The film is about a tormented young woman who confronts a deranged killer with questions about her family and the sister that slipped from his grasp. The film deals with sensitive issues and is quite gruesome.
To make it easier for you to find our favorite femme fatales, we’ve created a special playlist containing all of the films mentioned in this blog post. The films play automatically in the order shown above which is a perfect way to binge-watch through these short movies.
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Most, if not all, children had night terrors growing up. Some would hide under the covers. Others would yell for their parents. Kid-version Jason Ragosta, screenwriter and director, decided to make a deal with his monsters where he would bring them to life through drawing and in exchange they would protect him. Years later, Jason […]
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Oh man, remember that little dude from Life of Pi? The one stranded on that lifeboat with the tiger? Well, let me tell you, that kid is all grown up now and still as talented (if not more!) as he was then. Suraj Sharma, the former child star, is now in his 30s. Let’s catch […]
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