15 top women-led action movies

Charlize Theron in The Old Guard by Netflix
Charlize Theron in The Old Guard by Netflix

5) The Hunger Games (2012)

Hunger Games (Image via Prime Video)
Hunger Games (Image via Prime Video)

The symbol of resilience and rebellion in the dystopian saga is Jennifer Lawrence's Katniss Everdeen. Adapted from Suzanne Collins' best-selling novels, this film follows Katniss in the brutal arena of the Hunger Games. This performance by Lawrence brought depth to the character through grounded vulnerability mixed with strength. The social commentary of class and manipulation through media resounded well among audiences. Her "three-finger salute" became a symbol of defiance throughout the world. It has made the franchise one of the cultural phenomena, making it so that young women stand up for justice and equality.

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Edited by Apoorva Jujjavarapu