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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Rosanna Arquette: You pay the price for being outspoken'

During long night shoots, a sense of giddiness emerges around 4am, making the experience memorable. Celebrating the 40-year anniversary of such projects is special.
Film
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

Love Me Tender: Vicky Krieps Stars in a Searing Film About Motherhood

Vicky Krieps portrays unconventional female characters confronting societal limitations.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Parvati Shallow Says RIP to the 'Black Widow' and All That

Parvati Shallow's memoir reflects her transformation and strategies during Survivor, revealing complexities of identity and the politics of female representation in reality television.
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

40 Years Later, A Shockingly Bad Fantasy Epic Exposed Hollywood's Biggest Flaw

Hollywood took a long time to realize that female-centered blockbusters could be viable commercial and critical investments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Gender balance in Liberal party should be based on merit' not quotas', says new senator Jess Collins

Quotas for female representation in the Liberal party are criticized by Jess Collins as ineffective for winning against Labor.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Liberal figures push for expiry dates on gender quotas in bid to win party support

Proponents of quotas, including NSW senator Maria Kovacic, say sunset provisions to remove preferential treatment for women must be included in any rule change.
Women
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Scarlett Johansson says she found it 'nerve-racking' to balance being productive with staying creative

Scarlett Johansson reflected on her early rom-com roles, stating they were often unfulfilling, as they catered to the male gaze rather than challenging her as an actor.
Women
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Why I'm indifferent to Sabrina Carpenter's new album artwork

I imagine that as a young female pop star, you're expected to represent all women through your music and image, which leads to intense scrutiny.
Music
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

For Lisa Yuskavage, Painting Was Pulling a Pin Out of a Grenade'

Lisa Yuskavage's art confronts societal norms around female representation and sensuality, sparking debate and reflection on gender and visibility in art.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The play that changed my life: Timberlake Wertenbaker on the joy of seeing four normal women on stage

The portrayal of women as flawed, complex characters in plays marks a significant shift in theatrical storytelling.
Black Lives Matter
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

PREMIUMReview and Comment: Whitney White reimagines Shakespeare with feminist touch in 'Macbeth in Stride'

Whitney White's 'Macbeth in Stride' is a reimagined rock musical version of Shakespeare's classic, emphasizing themes of ambition and female representation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This election, Peter Dutton leaves us, the female Liberal diaspora, in no better place than 2022 | Paula Matthewson

Since the 2022 federal election, the Liberal party has failed to reconnect with female voters, risking further alienation while elevating the hard-right faction.
UK politics
fromRoger Ebert
4 months ago

Age Has No Expiration When It Comes to Talent | Features | Roger Ebert

Women over 50 are reclaiming their narratives in Hollywood, creating powerful and diverse roles for themselves.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

Seven Stories About Buzzy New Movies

The Oscars have increasingly distanced themselves from mainstream moviegoers, focusing on niche selections from international film festivals.
fromwww.whowhatwear.com
5 months ago

5 Winter TV and Film Performances We Can't Get Over

It meant the absolute world to me to be able to join the Cobra Kai cast. It was an incredibly full-circle moment because, ever since I was 2 years old, that entire realm of martial arts has been my entire life.
Independent films
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
6 months ago

Chloe Sevigny Loved David Lynch for His 'Focus on Female Characters'

David Lynch's influence on cinema, particularly in portraying female characters, is a significant focus at the Sundance Film Festival following his death.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Demi, Jodie and Nicole: is Hollywood finally ready to recognise complex female characters over 40? | Natasha Ginnivan

Celebration of complex, multilayered middle-aged female characters in recent film and TV, recognized at the Golden Globes.
fromIndieWire
7 months ago

Owen McDonnell Breaks Down His 'Bad Sisters' Finale Turn - and Going Full 'Pragmatic Psychopath'

Owen McDonnell expresses his gratitude for being part of big shows with interesting roles, emphasizing the importance of working with great women in his projects.
Independent films
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Florence Pugh says it's 'exhausting' to be a young woman in Hollywood: 'There are fine lines women have to stay within'

Florence Pugh describes the pressures and exhaustions of being a young woman in Hollywood, emphasizing societal stereotypes and criticism faced by female actors.
fromPolygon
7 months ago

War of the Rohirrim revives everything great about Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings

The War of the Rohirrim honors women’s roles in Middle-earth, with a shieldmaiden protagonist, and maintains the aesthetic legacy of Jackson's films.
fromBuzzFeed
8 months ago

62 Thoughts I (A Swiftie) Had While Watching The New Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce-Inspired Rom-Com

The film's opening song is a bold choice, evoking Taylor Swift's style, but unfortunately it misses the mark, setting a disappointing tone for the movie.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
8 months ago

Nicole Kidman Wants to Work With Scorsese 'If He Does a Film With Women'

Nicole Kidman has expressed her desire to work with Martin Scorsese in a film focusing on women, challenging him to create roles that go beyond traditional male narratives.
Miscellaneous
California
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

Adrin Nazarian, Heather Hutt claim victory in Los Angeles City Council races

Adrin Nazarian and Heather Hutt won significant council races, resulting in a majority female Los Angeles City Council for the first time.
fromVulture
8 months ago

Do You Believe? Utah Whitneys Want to Know.

The dueling screenings for the film 'Heretic' blend horror cinema with commentary on faith and belief, reflecting a unique cultural event in Utah.
fromVulture
1 year ago

The Strange, Hidden Story of Harley Quinn

The comics industry is currently experiencing a remarkable era characterized by an influx of empowering female characters, but Harley Quinn stands out as a controversial figure, blending chaos with unexpected appeal.
Books
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago

Opinion | Why Nicole Kidman Drives Her Critics Crazy

Goldie Hawn's outline of women in Hollywood has evolved, showing middle-aged women like Nicole Kidman thriving in diverse roles, challenging the industry's youth-centric narrative.
Digital life
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