The Montreal Women Film Festival was founded a few years ago at Montreal's Cinema du Parc to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th. During the event, Linda Serpone, President of the Montreal Council of Women, highlighted the festival's significance in recognizing films centered on women's rights and supporting female directors. In collaboration with Women Cinema Daily magazine, the festival serves as a symbol of empowerment, creativity, and innovation, honoring the

As the awards season unfolds, it's clear that this year could be significant for female directors at the Oscars. Over a dozen women have directed major films in contention. Spanning from seasoned Oscar winners to emerging talents, this year's roster promises to be one of the most competitive and inclusive in the Academy's history. Kathryn Bigelow, who made history in 2010 by winning Best Director for The Hurt Locker , returns with House of Dynamite . This intense political th

Nicole Kidman is living by her own principles. In an interview with Time magazine , the Oscar-winning actress discussed how she exceeded her 2017 goal of working with a female director every 18 months since the rise of the #MeToo movement. Over the last eight years, she has collaborated with at least 19 women directors on films and TV series. Kidman noted that women directors often face excessive pressure to “be perfect” with their first projects. However, the Big Little Li

We’re honoring the Black women and nonbinary filmmakers who have influenced and inspired us. These gifted creatives have increased representation both onscreen and behind the camera. Each of these filmmakers has offered unique perspectives through their work, which is precisely what Hollywood needs. They deserve recognition for shaping culture with their storytelling and for paving the way for the future of our industry. Add their films and shows to your watchlist and discove