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Natalie Wood at Home: The Silver Screen Siren's Domestic Life in 15 Photos

Natalie Wood's profound impact on Hollywood was marked by her talent, drive for equality, and enduring legacy despite her tragic early death.

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Film

Cate Blanchett says the 'shelf life' for actresses was 'about 5 years' when she started out in Hollywood. She explains why she thinks it's different for women now.

Cate Blanchett highlights the ongoing issues of sexism and ageism in Hollywood while also acknowledging positive changes in the industry.

fromenglish.elpais.com

1 month ago

Left-wing politics

The Snow White' case or Rachel Zegler vs. Gal Gadot: Hollywood perpetuates female stereotypes of women at each other's throats

Disney's 1937 gamble on Snow White revolutionized animation, while the 2025 reimagining faces media scrutiny over actress tensions and outdated narratives.

fromNew York Post

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Glenn Close reveals movie where audiences realized she 'could be sexy'

Glenn Close reflects on her career, revealing feelings of being an outsider despite her success in Hollywood.

fromBusiness Insider

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Keira Knightley was told she 'wanted to be stalked' at the beginning of her career while opening up about toxic Hollywood

Keira Knightley highlights the toxic, misogynistic environment women faced in Hollywood during the early 2000s.

fromBusiness Insider

7 months ago

Music

Kathy Bates, 76, says she was able to have a long acting career because she 'wasn't a beauty queen'

Kathy Bates attributes her long career to not fitting traditional beauty standards, highlighting how ageism affects women in the entertainment industry.

Women

fromArchitectural Digest

1 day ago

Natalie Wood at Home: The Silver Screen Siren's Domestic Life in 15 Photos

Natalie Wood's profound impact on Hollywood was marked by her talent, drive for equality, and enduring legacy despite her tragic early death.

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Film

Cate Blanchett says the 'shelf life' for actresses was 'about 5 years' when she started out in Hollywood. She explains why she thinks it's different for women now.

Cate Blanchett highlights the ongoing issues of sexism and ageism in Hollywood while also acknowledging positive changes in the industry.

fromenglish.elpais.com

1 month ago

Left-wing politics

The Snow White' case or Rachel Zegler vs. Gal Gadot: Hollywood perpetuates female stereotypes of women at each other's throats

Disney's 1937 gamble on Snow White revolutionized animation, while the 2025 reimagining faces media scrutiny over actress tensions and outdated narratives.

fromNew York Post

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Glenn Close reveals movie where audiences realized she 'could be sexy'

Glenn Close reflects on her career, revealing feelings of being an outsider despite her success in Hollywood.

fromBusiness Insider

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Keira Knightley was told she 'wanted to be stalked' at the beginning of her career while opening up about toxic Hollywood

Keira Knightley highlights the toxic, misogynistic environment women faced in Hollywood during the early 2000s.

fromBusiness Insider

7 months ago

Music

Kathy Bates, 76, says she was able to have a long acting career because she 'wasn't a beauty queen'

Kathy Bates attributes her long career to not fitting traditional beauty standards, highlighting how ageism affects women in the entertainment industry.

Film

Director Pedro Almodovar Through the Eyes of His Stars

Pedro Almodovar is a celebrated auteur known for his unique storytelling that intertwines despair, love, and passionate characters, particularly defiant women.

fromVulture

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Who Will Escape the Best Actress Cage Match?

The Best Actress Oscar race this year is exceptionally competitive, featuring several strong contenders competing for limited nomination spots.

Film

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 days ago

Director Pedro Almodovar Through the Eyes of His Stars

Pedro Almodovar is a celebrated auteur known for his unique storytelling that intertwines despair, love, and passionate characters, particularly defiant women.

Miscellaneous

fromVulture

3 months ago

Who Will Escape the Best Actress Cage Match?

The Best Actress Oscar race this year is exceptionally competitive, featuring several strong contenders competing for limited nomination spots.

Gazer's slow-burn descent into thriller paranoia territory echoes work from David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick

Gazer explores the disconnection of time and grief through its protagonist's struggle with memory and reality.

fromBuzzFeed

5 months ago

France news

Anna Kendrick Shared This Woman's Viral "Safety" Tips, And It's So Important

Anna Kendrick's "Woman of the Hour" effectively captures female perspectives, resonating deeply with women due to its authenticity and unique narrative approach.

Film

fromPolygon

3 weeks ago

Gazer's slow-burn descent into thriller paranoia territory echoes work from David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick

Gazer explores the disconnection of time and grief through its protagonist's struggle with memory and reality.

fromBuzzFeed

5 months ago

France news

Anna Kendrick Shared This Woman's Viral "Safety" Tips, And It's So Important

Anna Kendrick's "Woman of the Hour" effectively captures female perspectives, resonating deeply with women due to its authenticity and unique narrative approach.

more#directorial-debut

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Film's roots in early cinema featured significant female contributions, often overlooked as the medium gained status.

Women directors faced immense challenges in obtaining recognition in Hollywood's history, with few achieving lasting careers.

Mai Zetterling's retrospective underscores the value of celebrating lesser-known female filmmakers who broke societal norms.

fromwww.dw.com

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Women lead in over half of Hollywood movies for first time DW 02/12/2025

More than half of top-grossing movies in 2024 featured female leads, marking a significant shift towards gender equality in Hollywood.

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Teri Garr, actor from Tootsie and Friends, dies aged 79

Teri Garr, beloved actress known for iconic roles, died at 79 after battling multiple sclerosis, leaving behind a legacy in film and television.

fromHarvard Gazette

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Jodie Foster to receive Radcliffe Medal- Harvard Gazette

Jodie Foster will receive the Radcliffe Medal for her impactful career and advocacy, exemplifying progress in a male-dominated film industry.

fromVulture

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

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

Nicole Kidman urges Martin Scorsese to create a film centered on women, highlighting the lack of female roles in his filmography.

Independent films

from48 hills

2 months ago

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Film's roots in early cinema featured significant female contributions, often overlooked as the medium gained status.

Women directors faced immense challenges in obtaining recognition in Hollywood's history, with few achieving lasting careers.

Mai Zetterling's retrospective underscores the value of celebrating lesser-known female filmmakers who broke societal norms.

fromwww.dw.com

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Women lead in over half of Hollywood movies for first time DW 02/12/2025

More than half of top-grossing movies in 2024 featured female leads, marking a significant shift towards gender equality in Hollywood.

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Teri Garr, actor from Tootsie and Friends, dies aged 79

Teri Garr, beloved actress known for iconic roles, died at 79 after battling multiple sclerosis, leaving behind a legacy in film and television.

fromHarvard Gazette

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Jodie Foster to receive Radcliffe Medal- Harvard Gazette

Jodie Foster will receive the Radcliffe Medal for her impactful career and advocacy, exemplifying progress in a male-dominated film industry.

fromVulture

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

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

Nicole Kidman urges Martin Scorsese to create a film centered on women, highlighting the lack of female roles in his filmography.

Letters from Our Readers

Charlotte Zwerin's significant contributions as an editor highlight the often overlooked roles of women in film history.

fromTime Out New York

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

New women-led show 'East,' set in NYC, debuts tonight on YouTube

A new comedy show about pursuing dreams in NYC debuts tonight on YouTube.

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 months ago

Women in technology

Women achieve gender parity with men in US big screen lead roles for first time

Women achieved gender parity on-screen in 2024, leading 42% of top films alongside men, revealing significant strides towards gender equality in Hollywood.

#aging

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Digital life

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

The Substance explores the internal conflict of a woman grappling with aging and identity through a horror-comedy lens.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Writing

Renee Zellweger Returns for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'

Bridget Jones challenges the typical rom-com narrative by presenting a character whose life evolves over time, including struggles and triumphs.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Digital life

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

The Substance explores the internal conflict of a woman grappling with aging and identity through a horror-comedy lens.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Writing

Renee Zellweger Returns for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'

Bridget Jones challenges the typical rom-com narrative by presenting a character whose life evolves over time, including struggles and triumphs.

more#aging

fromBuzzFeed

3 months ago

France news

Here's How Pamela Anderson Responded To 2025 Oscar Snub For "The Last Showgirl"

Pamela Anderson's performance in 'The Last Showgirl' was notably overlooked for an Oscar nomination, sparking fan disappointment and discussion.

fromBuzzFeed

3 months ago

Film

"The Substance" Received Five Oscar Nominations - Here's Why It's A Huge Win For The Horror Genre

The Substance marks a significant recognition for horror films in the Oscars, highlighting women's roles in filmmaking.

LGBT

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Karla Sofia Gascon Makes Oscar History as First Openly Trans Actress to Be Nominated

Karla Sofia Gascon's nomination marks a historic moment as she becomes the first openly trans actress nominated for an Academy Award.

Babygirl' Review: Nicole Kidman Takes Control

'Babygirl' explores themes of power, femininity, and the conflict between professional success and personal desires through its layered protagonist, Romy.

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 months ago

Digital life

Opinion | The Surprising Sexual Politics of Nicole Kidman's Kinky Babygirl'

The film industry saw noteworthy feminist themes in 2024, contrasting with broader societal challenges faced by American women.

fromVulture

2 years ago

Writing

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

Witch movies, driven by defiant female characters, deserve recognition for their variety of tones and stories, distinct from typical horror tropes.

Writing

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 months ago

Babygirl' Review: Nicole Kidman Takes Control

'Babygirl' explores themes of power, femininity, and the conflict between professional success and personal desires through its layered protagonist, Romy.

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 months ago

Digital life

Opinion | The Surprising Sexual Politics of Nicole Kidman's Kinky Babygirl'

The film industry saw noteworthy feminist themes in 2024, contrasting with broader societal challenges faced by American women.

fromVulture

2 years ago

Writing

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

Witch movies, driven by defiant female characters, deserve recognition for their variety of tones and stories, distinct from typical horror tropes.

more#film-analysis

Miscellaneous

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 months ago

We're charged with propaganda, vulgarity and spreading prostitution': the directors of My Favourite Cake

Filmmakers in Iran face serious charges for challenging cultural norms.

The film 'My Favourite Cake' addresses forbidden themes and portrays women's realities in Iran.

fromBusiness Insider

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Saoirse Ronan's reaction to Paul Mescal's joke shows the power of calling people out in real time: 'That's what girls have to think about'

Saoirse Ronan's response to a self-defense joke underscores the ongoing conversation about women's safety and self-defense awareness.

The viral clip highlights the need for greater recognition of women's experiences with safety and self-defense.

For once a true crime story that isn't focused on the killer

Woman of the Hour prioritizes women's experiences over the serial killer's backstory, critiquing traditional true crime narratives.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

'Woman of the Hour' review: Anna Kendrick's directorial debut sheds light on 'Dating Game' killer

The film highlights the misogyny of the 1970s and re-centers the narrative on the victims of serial killer Rodney Alcala.

Arts

fromwww.npr.org

6 months ago

For once a true crime story that isn't focused on the killer

Woman of the Hour prioritizes women's experiences over the serial killer's backstory, critiquing traditional true crime narratives.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

'Woman of the Hour' review: Anna Kendrick's directorial debut sheds light on 'Dating Game' killer

The film highlights the misogyny of the 1970s and re-centers the narrative on the victims of serial killer Rodney Alcala.

more#true-crime

Writing

fromenglish.elpais.com

6 months ago

Coralie Fargeat, director of The Substance': Demi Moore was willing to take the risks of exposing herself, of getting naked'

Coralie Fargeat emphasizes the ongoing struggle women face in the film industry, highlighting her journey as a director and the themes of self-perception in her films.

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 months ago

Writing

Lonely Planet review - Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth heat up beach-read travel romance

Hollywood is now embracing narratives featuring older women in age-gap romances, displaying their complexity and desirability.

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 months ago

Writing

It feels very personal': Anna Kendrick on coercion, not wanting children and making a movie about dating a killer

Anna Kendrick confidently embraces her decision to remain childless, highlighting her focus on career and independence.

#mollywood

fromwww.dw.com

8 months ago

World news

Sexual harassment scandal hits India's Mollywood industry DW 08/29/2024

Mollywood is facing serious scrutiny and allegations of widespread sexual harassment and abuse following the Hema Committee report.

fromwww.dw.com

8 months ago

World news

India: Hema report reveals sex harrasment in 'Mollywood' DW 08/29/2024

Mollywood facing intense scrutiny due to rampant sexual harassment and assault allegations revealed by the Hema Committee report.

fromwww.dw.com

8 months ago

World news

Sexual harassment scandal hits India's Mollywood industry DW 08/29/2024

Mollywood is facing serious scrutiny and allegations of widespread sexual harassment and abuse following the Hema Committee report.

fromwww.dw.com

8 months ago

World news

India: Hema report reveals sex harrasment in 'Mollywood' DW 08/29/2024

Mollywood facing intense scrutiny due to rampant sexual harassment and assault allegations revealed by the Hema Committee report.

more#mollywood

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Natalie Wood at Home: The Silver Screen Siren's Domestic Life in 15 Photos

Cate Blanchett says the 'shelf life' for actresses was 'about 5 years' when she started out in Hollywood. She explains why she thinks it's different for women now.

The Snow White' case or Rachel Zegler vs. Gal Gadot: Hollywood perpetuates female stereotypes of women at each other's throats

Glenn Close reveals movie where audiences realized she 'could be sexy'

Keira Knightley was told she 'wanted to be stalked' at the beginning of her career while opening up about toxic Hollywood

Kathy Bates, 76, says she was able to have a long acting career because she 'wasn't a beauty queen'

Natalie Wood at Home: The Silver Screen Siren's Domestic Life in 15 Photos

Cate Blanchett says the 'shelf life' for actresses was 'about 5 years' when she started out in Hollywood. She explains why she thinks it's different for women now.

The Snow White' case or Rachel Zegler vs. Gal Gadot: Hollywood perpetuates female stereotypes of women at each other's throats

Glenn Close reveals movie where audiences realized she 'could be sexy'

Keira Knightley was told she 'wanted to be stalked' at the beginning of her career while opening up about toxic Hollywood

Kathy Bates, 76, says she was able to have a long acting career because she 'wasn't a beauty queen'

Director Pedro Almodovar Through the Eyes of His Stars

Who Will Escape the Best Actress Cage Match?

Director Pedro Almodovar Through the Eyes of His Stars

Who Will Escape the Best Actress Cage Match?

Gazer's slow-burn descent into thriller paranoia territory echoes work from David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick

Anna Kendrick Shared This Woman's Viral "Safety" Tips, And It's So Important

Gazer's slow-burn descent into thriller paranoia territory echoes work from David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick

Anna Kendrick Shared This Woman's Viral "Safety" Tips, And It's So Important

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Women lead in over half of Hollywood movies for first time DW 02/12/2025

Teri Garr, actor from Tootsie and Friends, dies aged 79

Jodie Foster to receive Radcliffe Medal- Harvard Gazette

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

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Women lead in over half of Hollywood movies for first time DW 02/12/2025

Teri Garr, actor from Tootsie and Friends, dies aged 79

Jodie Foster to receive Radcliffe Medal- Harvard Gazette

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

Letters from Our Readers

New women-led show 'East,' set in NYC, debuts tonight on YouTube

Women achieve gender parity with men in US big screen lead roles for first time

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

Renee Zellweger Returns for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

Renee Zellweger Returns for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'

Here's How Pamela Anderson Responded To 2025 Oscar Snub For "The Last Showgirl"

"The Substance" Received Five Oscar Nominations - Here's Why It's A Huge Win For The Horror Genre

Karla Sofia Gascon Makes Oscar History as First Openly Trans Actress to Be Nominated

Babygirl' Review: Nicole Kidman Takes Control

Opinion | The Surprising Sexual Politics of Nicole Kidman's Kinky Babygirl'

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

Babygirl' Review: Nicole Kidman Takes Control

Opinion | The Surprising Sexual Politics of Nicole Kidman's Kinky Babygirl'

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

We're charged with propaganda, vulgarity and spreading prostitution': the directors of My Favourite Cake

Saoirse Ronan's reaction to Paul Mescal's joke shows the power of calling people out in real time: 'That's what girls have to think about'

For once a true crime story that isn't focused on the killer

'Woman of the Hour' review: Anna Kendrick's directorial debut sheds light on 'Dating Game' killer

For once a true crime story that isn't focused on the killer

'Woman of the Hour' review: Anna Kendrick's directorial debut sheds light on 'Dating Game' killer

Coralie Fargeat, director of The Substance': Demi Moore was willing to take the risks of exposing herself, of getting naked'

Lonely Planet review - Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth heat up beach-read travel romance

It feels very personal': Anna Kendrick on coercion, not wanting children and making a movie about dating a killer

Sexual harassment scandal hits India's Mollywood industry DW 08/29/2024

India: Hema report reveals sex harrasment in 'Mollywood' DW 08/29/2024

Sexual harassment scandal hits India's Mollywood industry DW 08/29/2024

India: Hema report reveals sex harrasment in 'Mollywood' DW 08/29/2024

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#women-in-film