the meaning of a femme fetal

A femme fatale  is a mysterious and seductive woman whose charms ensnare her lovers in bonds of irresistible desire, often leading them into compromising, dangerous, and deadly situations, The phrase is French for "deadly woman". A femme fatale tries to achieve her hidden purpose by using feminine wiles such as beauty, charm, and sexual allure. Typically, she is exceptionally well-endowed in addition to possessing these qualities. In some situations, she uses lying or coercion rather than charm. She may also be (or imply to be) a victim, caught in a situation from which she cannot escape; The Lady From Shanghai (a 1947 film noir) is one such example

An example of a Femme Fetal, from the film Gilda



This woman is essentially seen as a femme fetal, she is a provocative dangerous woman, who is also very vulnerable. This film is also an example of a Noir film as it has very dark lighting, and is in black and white