7.Genderization

Gender Inequality in FilmBy Nicholas Zurko.In light of the record-breaking opening of the female-led action film Hunger Games: Catching Fire this pastweekend, the New York Film Academy decided to take a closer look at women in film and what, if any,advancements women are making. After reviewing the data, it is clear that Hollywood remains stuck in itsgender bias. Of course, it’s not all disparaging news and there are a number of female filmmakers,characters, and emerging talent challenging the status quo. In addition, in the independent sphere, womenmade up roughly half of the directors at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, yet still struggle when it comesto films receiving a wide release. By shedding light on gender inequality in film, we hope to start adiscussion about what can be done to increase women’s exposure and power in big-budget films.357 She Culture CRT: Genderization