Women are largely objectified in The Cabin in the Woods. Jules is portrayed as a "slut" through her revealing clothing, promiscuous behavior, and dumb blonde persona, which are all manipulated by the male scientists for entertainment. Dana subverts expectations as the more sensible and self-reliant "final girl," fighting to survive without relying on masculinity or sexuality. While Jules is sexualized and controlled, Dana exhibits agency and strength uncommon in horror film heroines.