Dollhouse has an odd relationship with elements of S&M (sadism and masochism), au zaidi broadly BDSM (bondage and discipline, domination and submission, sadism and masochism; kinky stuff). The general premise of the onyesha seems to involve elements of such nature, specifically a structure characteristic of the dominant/submissive model. The onyesha has included scenes of bondage as well as a dominatrix character that briefly goes over the philosophies of BDSM about trust. I have some familiarity with the subject, and while I’m glad for the inclusion of a sadomasochistic character, which makes...

Joss Whedon’s Dollhouse is a onyesha about human trafficking and sexual slavery. Its themes are dressed in a science-fiction setting and the Dollhouse itself is beautified with its exclusive spa décor, but the show’s themes are as prominent as they are in the movie Taken. Dollhouse, however, contains the intriguing element of consensual slavery, which is what the Dollhouse’s management assures people is their business. In spite of this dubious claim, the Dollhouse has in practice obtained their Actives through coercion and it remains an enterprise of evil.

“There’s only one reason someone...