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Is Portrait Of A Lady On Fire really the best French film of all time?
Does this critically acclaimed movie live up to its reputation?
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Fashion
Oscars 2020: the powerful protest hidden in Natalie Portman’s Dior gown
She spotlighted female directors because the Oscars didn’t bother to nominate any.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
How the new Emma film perfectly encapsulates the power of female friendship
This gorgeous and lush film starring Anya Taylor-Joy is a worthy addition to the Jane Austen canon.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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People
Meet Melina Matsoukas, the music video director behind Queen & Slim
“I wanted to create the experience of being pulled over by the police and not knowing if you’ll live or not. That is a reality of our daily existence.”
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- Colin Crummy
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Is Tom Hanks’ new movie his best performance yet?
A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood perfectly encapsulates everything good about the actor.
People
Tom Hanks wants Hollywood to show female directors more respect
“Just the white guys? Really?” the actor said.
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- Hollie Richardson
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People
11 brilliant women who should be on the 2020 Oscars’ Best Director list
We’d love to congratulate all the women nominated for Best Director at this year’s Academy Awards, but we can’t. Because there aren’t any.
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Life
Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn spinoff movie finally has a fabulous, rip-roaring trailer
Forget Joker, this is the supervillain movie you've been waiting for.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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People
Tom Hanks spotlighted female directors because the Golden Globes didn’t bother to nominate any
How do we love thee, Tom Hanks?
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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People
How Awkwafina made history with her trailblazing win at the Golden Globes
The comedian is the first Asian woman to win in her category at the ceremony.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
Women directors made 10% of 2019’s top films – and it’s not enough
Let’s hold off celebrating, shall we?
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- Jessica Rapana
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- Anna Brech
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In a vintage year for women directors, the Golden Globes snub was unacceptable
What will it take for the industry to recognise the pivotal role of women?
Life
What can Tom Hanks’ new movie teach us about the importance of kindness?
As children’s entertainer Mr Rogers, the actor is portraying a true American hero.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
Your definitive guide to all the movies that are going to win big at this year’s Oscars
From Best Actress to Best Picture, we break down all the favourites tipped to win on cinema’s night of nights.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
London Film Festival is in full swing, and these are the female-fronted films you have to see
It's time to get your culture on.
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- Megan Murray
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Life
Sam Taylor-Johnson on why she still has to fight for every film she wants to make
“When I get asked for advice on making it as a female director, I always say, when a door slams in your face, kick it down”
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- Lucy Robson
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Life
Gemma Chan just joined one of the most anticipated movies of 2020
We can’t wait for this one.
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- Hannah-Rose Yee
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Life
Billie Piper’s directorial debut is the “completely unhinged comedy” we’re all talking about
Lily James will star in Piper's first film.
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- Hollie Richardson
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- Sarah Shaffi
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Danny Boyle’s reasoning for the lack of female leads in his films shows we need more male allies
His attitude won't lead to change.
Life
How the rise of women in indie film can help change the industry
Are things really changing for the better?
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- Hollie Richardson
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