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£40m Cannes Lions adds ‘digital craft’ as the festival just gets bigger and bigger
New on the scene is a Digital Craft award, which seems fair enough as Film gets one. We wait to […] The post £40m Cannes Lions adds ‘digital craft’ as the festival just gets bigger and bigger appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Empowering women through films
In an exclusive interview with dna, Falguni Padode, FLO Mumbai chapter chairperson, talks about the role of FICCI FLO Film […] The post Empowering women through films appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Los Angeles Symposium for 2015 Jury Prize Winner, Jack of the Red Hearts
You are cordially invited to a screening of our 2015 Jury Prize winner for best dramatic film, “Jack of the […] The post Los Angeles Symposium for 2015 Jury Prize Winner, Jack of the Red Hearts appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
ABC Shakeup: Paul Lee Exits As President, Channing Dungey Named To Succeed Him
In a major executive upheaval in the middle of pilot season, ABC Entertainment Group president Paul Lee has abruptly left […] The post ABC Shakeup: Paul Lee Exits As President, Channing Dungey Named To Succeed Him appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Oscars: Women Receive Less Than 1 in 5 Nominations in Non-Acting Categories
The Women’s Media Center has studied Oscars for 10 years, concluding that women represent only 19% of non-acting nominations — […] The post Oscars: Women Receive Less Than 1 in 5 Nominations in Non-Acting Categories appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Only 1 in 10 film directors in India is woman: study
Women are greatly under-represented in the Indian film industry while their number as audience in theatres was far lesser than […] The post Only 1 in 10 film directors in India is woman: study appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Truth In Reality’s Redefining HERstory Documentary Crowdrise Campaign
Redefining HERstory is an in-depth and empathetic look into the images of women of color being promoted on a multitude […] The post Truth In Reality’s Redefining HERstory Documentary Crowdrise Campaign appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Octavia Spencer to Play Mathematician Opposite Taraji P. Henson in ‘Hidden Figures’
Octavia Spencer is on board to co-star opposite Taraji P. Henson in Fox 2000’s “Hidden Figures.” The studio has been […] The post Octavia Spencer to Play Mathematician Opposite Taraji P. Henson in ‘Hidden Figures’ appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Reel Women in Technology – Reel WiT award – Call to Action
The Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, Google, and the National Center for Women & Information Technology have partnered […] The post Reel Women in Technology – Reel WiT award – Call to Action appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Jessica Chastain To Star In ‘Molly’s Game;’ Launches New Production Company, Inks First Look Deal With Maven Pictures
Jessica Chastain has launched Freckle Films, a new production venture, and inked a first look overhead deal with Trudie Styler […] The post Jessica Chastain To Star In ‘Molly’s Game;’ Launches New Production Company, Inks First Look Deal With Maven Pictures appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Ryan Reynolds is dropping some truth about women and superhero movies
During the press tour for superhero action flick “Deadpool,” Ryan Reynolds was asked what about the movie appeals to women. […] The post Ryan Reynolds is dropping some truth about women and superhero movies appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Amy Adams to Star in Gillian Flynn’s ‘Sharp Objects’ TV Adaptation
Amy Adams will star in “Sharp Objects,” the television adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s debut novel, Variety has confirmed. She has […] The post Amy Adams to Star in Gillian Flynn’s ‘Sharp Objects’ TV Adaptation appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Actor, Advocate Geena Davis to Speak at U of A on Women, Diversity in Media
Academy Award-winning actor Geena Davis, founder of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, will give a free public […] The post Actor, Advocate Geena Davis to Speak at U of A on Women, Diversity in Media appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
From C-Suite To Characters On Screen, How Inclusive Is The Entertainment Industry?
Ahead of entertainment’s most exclusive and glamorous night of the year, a new study demonstrates just how exclusive film and […] The post From C-Suite To Characters On Screen, How Inclusive Is The Entertainment Industry? appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Jenna Elfman to Star in ABC’s Imaginary-Friend Comedy From ‘The Goldbergs’ Duo
Jenna Elfman is returning to the small screen. The Dharma & Greg alum has signed on to star in ABC’s […] The post Jenna Elfman to Star in ABC’s Imaginary-Friend Comedy From ‘The Goldbergs’ Duo appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Lady Gaga On Her Oscar Nomination: “It’s Not About That For Me”
“I have to brag about this one for a minute,” says Diane Warren recalling the Feb. 8 Oscar Nominees Luncheon […] The post Lady Gaga On Her Oscar Nomination: “It’s Not About That For Me” appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Ava DuVernay to Direct ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ Movie Adaptation
“Selma” director Ava DuVernay has come on board to helm Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” movie adaptation. Jennifer Lee, who […] The post Ava DuVernay to Direct ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ Movie Adaptation appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Exclusive: Diverse Content Is Crucial For Business – UCLA’s Hollywood Study
“Audiences crave diverse content,” Dr. Darnell Hunt, chairman of the Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies at UCLA, […] The post Exclusive: Diverse Content Is Crucial For Business – UCLA’s Hollywood Study appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
A Hollywood Agent Explains How Negotiations Work and Why Actresses Get Paid Less
If a Jennifer Lawrence or Charlize Theron makes a few million dollars less than a Bradley Cooper or Tom Cruise, […] The post A Hollywood Agent Explains How Negotiations Work and Why Actresses Get Paid Less appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Demi Moore Returning to TV in Drama From ‘Rookie Blue’ Co-Creator
Demi Moore is returning to TV for her first major role in 20 years. The actress has signed on to […] The post Demi Moore Returning to TV in Drama From ‘Rookie Blue’ Co-Creator appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .