Director Susanne Bier reflects on the record-setting success of her femme-centric Netflix film ‘Bird Box’
The post-apocalyptic sci-fi drama “Bird Box” has set a record in its debut, and with the Netflix original film boasting both a woman director and a female lead, it’s more evidence that the streaming service is destined and determined to shake up the film industry.
Read MoreWEEK IN WOMEN news roundup: ‘9 to 5’ sequel to reunite original trio, ‘Charlie’s Angels’ reboot in the works, ‘RGB’ and ‘Ocean’s 8’ get home-release dates
WEEK IN WOMEN news roundup: ’9 to 5’ sequel to reunite original trio, ‘Charlie’s Angels’ reboot in the works, and ‘RGB’ and ‘Ocean’s 8’ get home-release dates.
Read More‘Supergirl’ soars to big ratings on TV, while women settle for remakes and long waits at the movies
‘Supergirl’ soars to big ratings on TV, while women are still waiting for female superheroes at the movies – and are increasingly asked to settle for female-driven remakes.
Read MoreRemembering the fiery spirit of Maureen O’Hara – and reflecting on the need for more women throughout the moviemaking process
While we mourn the passing of fiery actress Maureen O’Hara, we look to the need for more women in front of the camera, behind the camera and in the boardroom.
Read MoreSwitching genders: ‘Our Brand Is Crisis,’ ‘Roadhouse’ reboot put women in leading roles originally written for men
When filmmakers start casting women in roles originally written for men, it gives real hope that Hollywood might just be changing its sexist ways.
Read More‘Amy’ documentary reveals sexism Amy Winehouse encountered in her short, tragic life
Asif Kapadia’s compelling new documentary “Amy” truly takes our entire culture to task, revealing inherent sexism that women face in their everyday lives, sexism that only intensifies when women dare to pursue careers as artists or become famous – even when, as seems to be the case with Amy Winehouse, they don’t really desire their celebrity status.
Read MoreWelcome to The Week In Women, an AWFJ Network Blog authored by Brandy McDonnell
An Alliance of Women Film Journalists blog.