Entertainment
Enter a feminist superhero … without the catfights and ass-kicking – The Guardian
Director Julie Taymor tells how her new film depicts women’s rights pioneer Gloria Steinem, minus the stereotypes
The film industry has long been criticised for its stereotypical depictions of women, from damsels in distress to the love interest of a male protagonist. But the drive for equality in acting roles has led to screen portrayals of female characters who are empowered by physical toughness rather than intellectual prowess, according to a leading director.
Womens equality in film recently has been about women kicking ass, said Julie Taymor, whose award-winning productions include The Lion King. Its…
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