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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bechdel Test” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21838 of the collection, and the 187th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Bechdel Test” meme mean?
This concept highlights the lack of autonomy or narrative presence for women in cinema. It serves as an ironic yet effective mirror to criticize stories centered exclusively on men. Emerging during social debates, it expresses a desire to see women as full subjects with their own plots and interests, far from romantic or dramatic accessories tied to male characters.
Where does the “Bechdel Test” meme come from?
The idea emerged in 1985 in the comic strip *Dykes to Watch Out For* by Alison Bechdel. In an episode titled 'The Rule', a protagonist outlines a personal rule: she only watches films meeting three specific criteria. She credits her friend Liz Wallace as the initial source of this lesbian feminist joke. The exact publication date of the strip remains unknown, with only the year 1985 established. The concept slowly crossed academic and activist circles before gaining traction on the internet, where it became a standardized critical tool for analyzing scripts and the role of female characters in popular culture.
- 1985Publication of the comic strip containing the founding episode by Alison Bechdel.
How to use the “Bechdel Test” meme
- Use this criterion to discuss the diversity of female roles in a recent movie.
- Share this example to illustrate how a work can succeed despite lacking significant female dialogue.
- Employ it to question the visibility of women in a traditionally male-dominated film genre.
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The “Bechdel Test” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #187 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Bechdel Test” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bechdel Test comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Bechdel Test?
It is a simple measure to check if two women talk to each other in a movie, and not about a man.
Who invented the Bechdel Test?
Alison Bechdel created it in 1985 in her comic strip, inspired by a joke from her friend Liz Wallace.
Is the Bechdel Test reliable?
It does not measure movie quality, but signals a lack of autonomous development for female characters.
How do I get the Bechdel Test meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bechdel Test” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Bechdel Test card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Le test de Bechdel était une « blague », dit la créatrice de cet outil sur le sexisme au cinéma · Drawing on Life: An interview with "Fun Home's" Alison Bechdel · What is the Bechdel test? A shorthand for measuring representation ... · checked on October 15, 2026.
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