As a trans actress, playing the bored, sassy and most importantly, all powerful Atropos was a gratifying experience. "Existing and operating as a trans person, you can often feel quite immobilised or powerless because I suppose the fate - pardon the pun - of your life is discussed in an abstract setting, like the government." Buttery's portrayal embodies a powerful narrative for gender identity and autonomy.
The new series from The End of the F***ing World creator Charlie Covell - which is receiving rave reviews - sees the three Fates (Atropos, Lachesis, and Clotho) deciding the destinies of all of humankind. This modern twist on Greek mythology showcases how these immortal beings navigate their existence in a contemporary world.
Our characters are just a bit bored, laughs Buttery. The trio live in a cave on the outskirts of the underworld, where they're tasked with processing humans into the realm of the dead. This is Greek mythology told through a thoroughly modern lens: the cave looks more like Bethnal Green Working Men's Club than a supernatural portal.
Buttery confirms that the dynamic among The Fates reflects larger themes of power and control, particularly in her experience as a trans individual. 'So when it comes to playing parts, I think I enjoy and thrive most on enacting that part of me that is powerful.'
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