The radical notion that women like good movies
You see it constantly in print advertising and commercials: advertisers show close-ups of women’s legs to sell razors; they show close-ups of women’s breasts to sell bras; they show close-ups of women’s backsides to sell underwear. And they show close-ups of a combination of women’s body parts to sell beer, fast food, cigarettes, cologne, cars, … Continue reading “Disembodied Women Take One: The Rear View”
The Golden Globes aired January 11, 2009. For those that missed it, or who want a reminder, here are the winners from some of my favorite categories. For a complete list of nominees and winners, go to the official Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s Golden Globes page. Best Motion Picture – Drama: Slumdog Millionaire Best Actress … Continue reading “2009 Golden Globe Winners”
In honor of Veteran’s Day, I thought I’d highlight female veterans and some movies featuring female soldiers. The news about female vets has been plentiful as of late, and none of it particularly good or encouraging. More female veterans than ever are homeless, and government-sponsored housing is in short supply, according to the Air Force … Continue reading “A Few Good Women”
