Men who love women: Pro-feminist masculinities in the Millennium trilogy

• Observing different masculinities embodied by male characters is illuminating.
• One character is expressing the possibilities and problems of a “new” masculinity.
• Male relationship with the heroine provides insights into gender equality options.

SynopsisThis article examines the different iterations of masculinity represented by different characters in Larsson's Millennium trilogy. By examining especially the case of Mikael Blomkvist, and his relationship to Lisbeth Salander, the article describes the promises and perils of a profeminist masculinity.