Innovative: Journal Of Social Science Research
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): Innovative: Journal Of Social Science Research

The Gender Inequality Issues Depicted in “The Queen’s Gambit (2020) Serial Movie by Scott Frank

Namirah, Yumita (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Jul 2025

Abstract

Gender discrimination refers to the unfair treatment of individuals based on their sex and often occurs in various aspects of social life, including the workplace, education, and media. The film *The Queen's Gambit* portrays the journey of a female chess player, Beth Harmon, who faces numerous challenges in a male-dominated world. This article explores the theme of gender discrimination depicted in the film and analyzes how the representation of Beth Harmon reflects the real-life experiences of women in traditionally male-dominated fields. Using a critical analysis approach, this study identifies and evaluates the different forms of discrimination faced by Beth, both structural and interpersonal, and their impact on character development and narrative. Findings indicate that while Beth Harmon manages to overcome gender barriers to achieve success, the film still reflects and highlights the systemic challenges faced by women in competitive fields. This article contributes to the understanding of gender dynamics in the context of popular media and offers insights into how gender representation in film can influence public perceptions and social norms.

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Innovative

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Humanities Computer Science & IT Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Public Health Other

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Innovative: Journal Of Social Science Research is a journal managed by Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai which bridges researchers to publish research results in all scientific fields (multidiscipline). This includes the fields of education, health, law, economics, IT (Informatics Engineering), ...