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Cate Blanchett says she would rather be called an actor than an actress – The Guardian
Venice film festival jury chief backs Berlin event’s move towards gender-neutral prizes
The Hollywood star Cate Blanchett has said she would rather be called an actor than an actress.
The Australian, who is heading the jury at the Venice film festival, gave her backing to Berlin festivals controversial decision last week to do away with gendered prizes and only give a best actor award.
I have always referred to myself as an actor, Blanchett said after being asked about the move towards gender-neutral prizes hours before the 10-day Covid-restricted Venice jamboree began.
I am of …
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