Are Women Afraid to Embrace Their Inner Artist? Even though this article is five years old, it was recently posted on LongReads and it really spoke to me. Jenny Holzer is a conceptual artist who was part of the New York downtown art scene in the 1970s and 80s that produced artists like Robert Mapplethorpe, … Continue reading Women in the Arts: Jenny Holzer
After her history-making Oscar win in 2010, the media appointed Kathryn Bigelow as the “symbol” of all female filmmakers. As such, her influence and work is often diminished. Despite becoming a symbol, her path to success is similar to other directors: long and not always easy. Many tie Bigelow’s success and longevity in the industry … Continue reading 52 Weeks of Directors: Kathryn Bigelow
Ava DuVernay is a name you heard a lot this year. DuVernay directed Selma, which chronicles the 1965 voting rights campaign led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Selma is the first feature film to be made about him and his work nearly fifty years after Dr. King walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. It was … Continue reading 52 Weeks of Directors: Ava DuVernay
When Courtney Hunt won the 2008 Sundance Grand Jury prize for her debut feature film, Frozen River, she had no idea it was coming. “I didn’t pay close attention to reviews. My job is, ‘Is it reaching the audience or are they not getting it? If they’re not getting it, what did I do that … Continue reading 52 Weeks of Directors: Courtney Hunt
Readers, I feel remiss in not yet posting this month since it’s Women’s History Month and I’ve yet to post a film review for this week. (In my defense, I was out of the country.) Next week, I promise we’ll return to our regularly scheduled programming. For now, enjoy a few links to women in … Continue reading Women’s History Month: Fun Links & Film Lists
Lauren C. Byrd 