Inspired by the way they forge ahead without fear of failure! 4 movies and dramas featuring unique heroines with a human touch

Sep 28, 2021
When you're busy every day, it's not uncommon to find yourself neglecting your true self and losing confidence. At times like these, the unique heroines in movies and TV shows can give you courage! Even if they're showing their weaknesses and seem uncool, their positive attitude of taking action without fear of failure to carve out their own path in life will surely give you the push you need when you're feeling lost. Here, we'll introduce four movies and TV shows featuring such unique heroines! Plus, be sure to check out the unique outfits they wear that express their individuality.

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■Don't just find yourself, "build yourself!" Fill yourself with positive energy with "Build a Girl" (released October 22nd)


https://youtu.be/b0qHDaLcXpc

Hollywood's hottest "It Girl," Beanie Feldstein, stars in this new film. This coming-of-age empowerment movie, featuring Beanie's even more charming than her "Booksmart" debut, hits theaters this fall. The protagonist is Joanna (Beanie), a high school girl living in the suburbs of England. She has exceptional literary talent and imagination, but she's one of the unpopular kids at school. Determined to change herself, she travels alone to London, dyes her hair bright red, dons bold and eccentric outfits, and transforms into the outspoken music writer "Dolly Wilde." Joanna's talent blossoms and she becomes popular, but she gradually loses sight of her own heart.

This film is based on a semi-autobiographical novel by author and columnist Catelyn Moran and is based on a mostly true story. As author Catelyn Moran says, "The most important job of a teenager is to decide who you are and invent yourself. You don't just make one wrong choice and that's the end of it; you constantly create new versions of yourself and experience 20 to 30 versions of yourself before you turn 30." Just as Joanna makes many youthful mistakes, such as falling in love with a rock star she meets while reporting and getting carried away and hurting her family. But just as she paints over even her dark past with new colors, she creates a new version of herself with each failure and carves out her own unique future, which will surely inspire you.

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Fashion Highlights!
Her long, bright red hair and gothic-style top hat make a big impact! She also pays attention to her "strong" makeup, including bright red lips and thick eyeliner. Joanna transforms from a boring high school student into music writer "Dolly Wilde" with this essential outfit transformation! Also, be sure to check out the fashion of bands and music industry figures who dominated the '90s, the setting of the film!


■ Blow away your timid self! The "punk" heroine gives you energy in "Dinner in America" (released September 27th)


https://youtu.be/lvnuveIJ-tk

Depicting young people rebelling against society, this is a love story, but the film itself is filled with humor and a punk spirit that stands up to the majority. Watching Patty as she liberates herself and charges ahead will make you want to raise your fist and cheer her on.

Fashion Points to Note!
Patty wears her trademark glasses and casual outfits in colorful T-shirts and American flag shirts. Because of her timid personality, she can't express herself clearly in words, but her fashion style conveys her own small, personal message! We recommend trying out a relatively easy-to-follow, flashy shirt to create a punk, anarchic, party vibe!


■Do you recognize that "complicated" feeling? Learn to love yourself and your troubles with "The Edge of Seventeen" (currently streaming on Netflix)


https://youtu.be/c5O9dLudCxc

Fashion Points to Look Out For!
Nadine is currently in the midst of a complicated situation, but as if to hide that, the fashion she wears is always colourful and pop! Her outfits are known for incorporating bright primary colours, such as bright red knitwear and blue jackets. She pairs a miniskirt with high-top sneakers for a cute, youthful look that is perfect for a 17-year-old!  The whole video is full of fashion that will make you want to "like" it, so be sure to check it out.


■Even while harboring worries, admire the way they maintain a cool, bold style! "Sex Education" (Streaming on Netflix)


https://youtu.be/tJluSuR8ZII
Season 3 of this popular drama series, which deals with real teenage issues such as friendship, romance, and sexuality, has begun streaming. Otis, a high school student whose mother is a sex therapist and who remains a virgin but is sexually knowledgeable, and Maeve, a free-spirited punk girl, run a "sexual counseling clinic" on campus. They solve their classmates' seemingly silly yet earnest sexual problems, and the story follows the protagonists as they grow in this comedic drama. Each episode reveals the candid concerns of teens and their unique youthful lives. One of the most popular characters is delinquent Maeve Wiley. A loner who doesn't get along with anyone at school, she lives alone in a trailer and struggles. At first, she tries to make a killing by using Otis to provide "sexual counseling," but she opens up after hearing about the various concerns of her classmates and Otis's pure kindness. Her intelligent and kind personality, contrasting with her flashy appearance, captivates many fans. Despite her many worries, her confident demeanor, uninhibited by those around her, is a source of admiration. Don't miss the outcome of her love life with Otis, which is fraught with misunderstandings.

Fashion Points to Look Out For!
Maeve appears in a "bad girl" look, with blonde and pink gradient hair, heavy eye makeup, a nose piercing, a leather jacket, and fishnet stockings. Maeve's fashion is also noteworthy, as she wears a fringed leather jacket and grunge-style fashion in a very modern style.

What did you think? We've introduced four movies and dramas featuring unique heroines that you can't miss. Recharge your energy and style on these long autumn nights.

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