Strong beauties from the 90s and 2000s (42 photos)

Those female images had strong characters, and at the same time they charmed, made people fall in love with themselves, became ideals, sometimes the limits of dreams for some men.





Previously, there were more images of strong and independent women, who were nevertheless liked and not disliked, because being strong, they still remained feminine

At the same time, they did not mock the male characters, did not humiliate them, did not declare their importance or independence. They fought and overcame difficulties. They were not afraid to ask for help and show weakness where it was necessary. They were not afraid to show femininity and beauty. They did not see anything shameful or blameworthy in this.

Helen Ripley (Alien)



Helen Ripley is one of the most famous characters in film history. She is the main character of the Alien film series.





Ripley, played by actress Sigourney Weaver, stands out for her courage, intelligence and survival in situations where most people die from fear.



During the development of the film's plot. Helen Ripley takes on the role of protector not only of herself, but of all humanity from an overly dangerous alien life form.

Her courage and determination make her one of the most impressive, memorable female characters in cinema.



Like most other films directed by James Cameron, Alien also has robots.

Sarah Conor (Terminator)



Sarah Conor is the main character of the Terminator film series.

Initially, Sarah is presented as a simple and insecure girl, but over time, due to the many trials that befell her, the girl’s character changes. Pursued by a cyborg killer sent after her by order of the artificial intelligence Skynet from the future, Sarah becomes an important figure in the struggle of people against machines, threatening extinction for all of humanity.



In the movie Terminator 2, Skynet sent a new cyborg model T-1000 to destroy Sarah. At the same time, the people were able to send a reprogrammed T-800 cyborg model for protection.

Sarah Conor, played by actress Linda Hamilton, is portrayed as a strong, intelligent and fearless woman who is willing to sacrifice everything to protect humanity and also to save her son named John.



Sarah goes through a path of hardship and trials, which makes her stronger, but she still remains a woman and this image is very memorable.

According to the plot, in the future Sarah will have a son, who in adulthood will become the leader of an army of people and put an end to the many years of war with machines and artificial intelligence that has gone crazy and decided to destroy all of humanity.



Sarah Conor is a memorable female character who goes from a fragile, insecure girl to a stern, courageous defender of all humanity.

Sonya Blade (mortal kombat)



Sonya Blade is a character from the Mortal Kombat game series and the Mortal Kombat movie.

Sonya begins her journey as a disciplined soldier and special services officer. Accustomed to relying only on herself and not trusting anyone.



Sonya Blade is an example of a female character with a stern character and not lacking in beauty.

As the plot develops, she learns more and more to trust, make friends and accept help. Combine the ability to be strong without rejecting loved ones, working together, as a team.

Sonya is one of the fighters fighting in a mortal combat tournament to save the Earth from destruction.



Sonya Blade's personal growth in mortal combat occurs mainly due to the acquisition of an understanding that one must go through difficulties together and be able to trust.

Sonya Blade is a professional warrior with fighting and weapon skills. However, she is not devoid of truly feminine qualities and traits.

Nikita (Her name was Nikita/La Femme Nikita)



Nikita is the main character of the French film “Her Name was Nikita” (La Femme Nikita),

Also the heroine of the American remake and television series of the same name. She begins her story as a criminal, but then becomes an undercover secret agent. Nikita, played by Anne Parillaud, has physical and emotional strength, as well as the ability to adapt to any difficult situations.

Lilu (The Fifth Element)



The role of Lilu in the film “The Fifth Element” gave incredible popularity to actress Milla Jovovich

Lilu is the main character of the science fiction film "The Fifth Element". She is an alien entity capable of saving the world from evil.



Leelu is an artificially created living organism. Restored in the image of people from a surviving piece of tissue of alien creatures called to save the world.

Portrayed by actress Milla Jovovich, Lilu is portrayed as a beautiful and strong girl with unique abilities and intelligence.



Despite the superpowers of alien creatures that Lilu is endowed with. She is still a vulnerable girl who is not alien to feelings and emotions.

Trinity (Matrix)



The matrix began with Trinity. It was the excerpt with her participation that was shown to the producers and made it possible to obtain financing for the entire film.

Trinity is a character in the Matrix film series. She is one of the members of the resistance fighting against the illusory world of the Matrix, created by machines and computers to enslave people.



Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity in the film "The Matrix" One of the best roles of this actress.

Trinity, played by Carrie-Anne Moss, has incredible combat skills and the ability to use virtual world technology.



Behind the strong and fighting character of the character “Trinity” in the film “The Matrix,” a vulnerable and fragile girl is always visible, sacrificing everything for the sake of love.

Dana Scully (The X files)



Scully is one of the main characters in the TV series The X Files.

Dana is an FBI special agent investigating unexplained phenomena and paranormal cases. The main slogan of this series is “The truth is out there”



With each new season of this series, the emphasis shifts more and more to the character of Dana Scully, and her partner Fox Mulder appears less and less, more in episodic moments.

According to the plot of the series, FBI special agents named Fox Mulder and his partner Dana Scully work together in the X-Files department. Fox tends to believe in the supernatural, while Dana trusts logic and skeptical thinking more.



Gillian Anderson played Dana Scully very well, the image turned out to be memorable.

Dana Scully is portrayed as an intelligent, analytical and persistent woman who is not afraid to explore secrets and mystical mysteries.

Evelyn O'Connell (mummy)



Evelyn began her career as a librarian, but one day she went on an expedition to the ancient City of the Dead, Hamunaptra, and this is where her adventures began.

Evelyn is the main character of the film The Mummy. She is an archaeologist and librarian who finds herself embroiled in dangerous adventures in search of a mummy and ancient treasures.



Surrounded by male characters, Evelyn does not get lost and does not become a victim who constantly needs to be saved. She often saves others using her knowledge and skills.

Evelyn O'Connell, played by actress Rachel Weisz, is portrayed as an intelligent, courageous and experienced woman willing to take risks for the sake of science and adventure.



Rachel Weisz did an excellent job with the role of Evelyn in the cinematic universe of “The Mummy”. A very memorable image of an attractive and charismatic heroine.

Princess Leia Organa (Star Wars)



Leia Organa is one of the main characters in Star Wars episodes 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.

Leia Organa is a character from the Star Wars saga. She is a member of the Rebel Alliance and one of the main figures in the fight against the Empire.



The relationship between Princess Leia and the smuggler Han Solo is somewhat similar to the confrontation between fire and flame. A huge gap between the characters of the royal person and the charismatic criminal.

Princess Leia, played by actress Carrie Fisher, is portrayed as an intelligent, strong and courageous woman willing to risk her life for the sake of galactic freedom.



Even a strong woman of high position is not alien to feelings, emotions, and love. Leia falls in love with a bandit and smuggler named Han Solo, who is her complete opposite in every way, but their romance and relationship exemplifies one of the most memorable couples in cinema.



Princess Leia is a minor character in the Star Wars universe, but she is very memorable and, one might say, iconic.

Matilda (Leon)



Matilda is a fictional character of a little girl raised by a professional hitman named "Leon" from the 1994 film of the same name.

Matilda is the main character of the film "Leon". She is a young girl who became an orphan after her family was murdered by bandits.



According to the plot of the film, Leon is a killer who takes care of an orphan girl named Matilda, which makes his life much more difficult, but takes on more colors.

Matilda, played by Natalie Portman, has intelligence and strength, and she finds protection and mentorship from a hitman named Leon.



The role of Matilda became for actress Natalie Portman a pass into the world of cinema and brought worldwide fame and glory.

Beatrix Kiddo. The Bride (Kill Bill)



Actress Uma Thurman was perfect for the role of the bride in the film Kill Bill.

The bride is the main character of the film Kill Bill. She is a former assassin who returns to take revenge on her former colleagues.



Beatrix's story in Kill Bill has many meanings. At first glance, this is a story about just revenge. And someone sees in it another deeper meaning.

The Bride, played by Uma Thurman, is portrayed as a strong, dangerous and determined woman who is willing to kill for revenge and justice.



The Kill Bill character Beatrix Kiddo has several code names and nicknames. Some people know her as “The Bride”, and others under the code name “Black Mamba”

In the past, the Bride, codenamed "Black Mamba", was a member of the elite group of killers "Deadly Viper Squad". She was taught the art of war by the strict teacher Pei Mei.

Hermione Granger (Harry Potter series)



From the first to the final episodes, Hermione Granger is one of the most capable and significant characters in the Harry Potter universe. Everyone, not just women.

Hermione Granger - one of the chaptersny heroines of the Harry Potter film series. A very memorable female image of this cinematic universe. She is an intelligent and talented sorceress. Helps his friends, Harry and Ron, in their adventures, often taking on the most difficult challenges.



Hermione is not a purebred magician, which is why she experiences harassment and criticism, but discipline and perseverance make her stronger than many of them.

Hermione, played by Emma Watson, is portrayed as a true intellectual and leader, ready to fight for justice and friendship. The young sorceress, who achieved everything on her own, is also the best friend of the famous wizards Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. Shows an increased interest in any scientifically based literature, a craving for knowledge and study due to the desire to be on a par with “pure” magicians. By her origin, Hermione is “not pureblood”, as she comes from Muggles (both of Hermione’s parents were not wizards).

Xena (Xena War Princess)



Xena is the main character of the TV series Xena: Warrior Princess.

Xena is a strong warrior who fights for justice and helps those who need protection. Xena, played by Lucy Lawless, is depicted as a fearless and strong woman, skilled in weaponry and martial arts. But even such a strong woman is not alien to such qualities as beauty, attractiveness, femininity and some kind of special charm. Xena turned out to be a very memorable female character in the series.

Buffy Summers (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)



Buffy Summers - the main character of the series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"

The original title of the series was Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The main character's name is Buffy. She is the chosen one - a girl appointed to protect the world from vampires and other supernatural creatures. Buffy, played by Sarah Michelle Gellar, is portrayed as a brave, strong and beautiful karate girl ready to fight the darkness.

Cherry Darling (Planet Terror)



Cherry Darling is the main character in the film Planet Terror.

Cherry is a gunslinger and bartender turned heroine who battles zombies and other dangers. Cherry, played by Rose McGowan, is portrayed as a bold and stylish woman who is proficient with firearms.

Lisbeth Salander (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo)



There are several versions of the film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and both are good in their own way.

Lisbeth Salander is the main character of the book and film series The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. She is a hacker and private detective who is dedicated to solving crimes and fighting for justice.



Lisbeth Salander is a girl with a difficult fate who did not wait for justice and began to commit lynching against criminals.

Lisbeth, played by Noomi Rapace and Rooney Mara in different film adaptations, is portrayed as an intelligent, mysterious and independent woman willing to take risks to achieve her goals. As we see, there were a lot of images of strong and independent women before, I don’t understand why they are now being made so unpleasant and seem to be shoved in the face, if all this was enough before and was presented more intelligently