'Tomb Raider' Fans Defend Alicia Vikander After Criticism of Her Body | THR News

The transcript discusses the criticism of Alicia Vikander's casting as Lara Croft in the 2018 Tomb Raider film, focusing on her body type not matching the original video game character's exaggerated proportions. Fans defend Vikander, highlighting the evolution of Lara Croft's character design from the 1996 game to the 2013 reboot, which is less sexist. The transcript also compares film adaptations, noting Angelina Jolie's portrayal and the changes in character portrayal over time. It concludes by emphasizing that a heroine's worth is defined by her spirit and persistence, not her body type.

What was the reason behind the exaggerated proportions of Lara Croft in the original 1996 games?

In what ways does the 2018 film attempt to update the character of Lara Croft?