Claire Johnston

Claire Johnston was a prominent American feminist scholar and cultural critic known for her work in film theory and media studies. She analyzed how films and media reflect and shape societal ideas about gender, race, and identity. Johnston emphasized the importance of understanding visual culture’s role in perpetuating inequalities, advocating for media literacy as a tool for social change. Her contributions helped deepen the understanding of representation and power dynamics within popular culture, making her a key figure in feminist cultural criticism.