Female directors
Latest Stories
People
Tom Hanks spotlighted female directors because the Golden Globes didn’t bother to nominate any
How do we love thee, Tom Hanks?
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
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.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
Life
Women directors made 10% of 2019’s top films – and it’s not enough
Let’s hold off celebrating, shall we?
- Posted by
- Jessica Rapana
- Published
Life
These are the films you’re going to want to see in January
From a Rose Byrne and Tiffany Haddish workplace comedy to Lena Waithe's new movie, this is your must-watch list.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
- Posted by
- Anna Brech
- Published
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.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
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.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
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.
- Posted by
- Megan Murray
- Published
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”
- Posted by
- Lucy Robson
- Published
Life
Gemma Chan just joined one of the most anticipated movies of 2020
We can’t wait for this one.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
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.
- Posted by
- Hollie Richardson
- Published
- Posted by
- Sarah Shaffi
- Published
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?
- Posted by
- Hollie Richardson
- Published
Life
Lena Dunham has announced her new TV show, and it’s being filmed in the UK
It sounds completely different to Girls.
- Posted by
- Hollie Richardson
- Published
People
Ava DuVernay knows EXACTLY why Hollywood isn’t asking her to make more movies
“I’m not getting John Wick 3, even though I’d love to make it.”
- Posted by
- Sarah Shaffi
- Published
Life
Olivia Wilde’s frank message to anyone who illegally streamed Booksmart
Wilde shared an urgent tweet over the weekend
- Posted by
- Hollie Richardson
- Published
Life
Why being on an Ava DuVernay film set is so different from anything else in Hollywood
How the director is making the industry better and more diverse, both in front and behind the camera.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
People
Guess which male actor has worked with the most female directors?
The answer would surprise you.
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
- Posted by
- Hannah-Rose Yee
- Published
Cannes just turned a female filmmaker away because she is a mother
British director and actor Greta Bellamacina claims that she was refused entry to the festival because she was with her baby.
Life
Cannes 2019: This director perfectly sums up why you shouldn't ask this question about sexism
"Ask the people who run film schools..."
- Posted by
- Hollie Richardson
- Published