This is the first of a six part series created for Bitch Magazine: http://bitchmagazine.org/post/tropes-vs-women-1-the-manic-pixie-dream-girl Tropes vs. Women explores the reoccurring themes and representations of women in Hollywood films and TV shows. The Manic Pixie Dream Girl is a cute, bubbly, young (usually white) woman who has recently entered the life of our brooding hero to teach him how to loosen up and enjoy life.