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Sex, Scandals and the Academy Awards – April Viewing Roundup
In honor of last month’s Academy Awards, Amy’s chosen some excellent films nominated for an Oscar, while Devi followed viewing whims devoid of any themes (beyond feminist-friendly, that is)… AMY’S PICKS: THE QUIET GIRL (Playing in select theaters): This Irish language film is notable for several reasons. First, it’s told in a language that’s not […]
March 2023 Viewing Roundup
For any newbies out there, the first Tuesday of every month we like to share some of our favorite viewing selections from the month before. Here are some feminist-friendly films we enjoyed in February 2023… AMY’S PICKS: Although this is a little late, it seems fitting to share these films in honor of Black History […]
The Needy Men and Liberated Women of 1970s “Radical” Rom-Coms
Happy Valentines and welcome to a whole new era of romance! Last time, we delved into the ‘60s, examining a shift from the shared male/female points-of-view characteristic of previous rom-coms to a new, male-driven variation. In these, females were often demoted to secondary roles often portrayed as hapless victims or inconsequential playthings. But by the […]