Sexy and dangerous, these lethal ladies stole the screen. Let's celebrate them.

This review compilation analyses 101 of the author's favourites, chosen from decades of watching films and research. Ranked in four tiers (notable, epic, legendary, and goddess), every villainess has earned her place. Spanning the 1930s to the 2020s, and covering every major genre, this is the definitive guide to the bad girls of cinema.

The list includes femme fatales. Tough-as-nails henchwomen. Scheming masterminds. Iconic characters - Catherine Tramell, Phyllis Dietrichson, Nurse Ratched - make the cut. So do evil Bond girls, B-movie badasses, slashers, Lifetime psychos, and obscure examples that deserve your attention.

Inside, you'll find:

An introduction from the author and what inspired this collection
101 ranked entries, with film summaries, critiques, and commentary
Over 150 themed honourable mentions for extra coverage

Some villains are memorable. These women are unforgettable.

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