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November 2022 Film Preview
Awards contenders are making their way to multiplexes this month. Jennifer Lawrence is eyeing a fifth Oscar nomination for “Causeway” (November 4), Lila Neugebauer’s drama about a...
TIFF 2022 Preview: Indigenous Icons, Women Warriors, Heroic Sisters, and More
Summer is winding down just as chatter about awards contenders is starting to heat up. The 46th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is nearly upon us, and the fest’s...
September 2022 Television Preview
Whether September means returning to school or returning to work, there are a number of shows premiering that our Women and Hollywood readers are sure to devour. From documentaries and dramas to...
August 2022 Television Preview
As we head into the second half of summer, what could be a better new show for Women and Hollywood readers to check out than Abbi Jacobson’s spin on “A League of Their Own”?...
June 2022 Television Preview
Summer is finally here. For some, this means days on the beach or sunning by the pool, but for others, it means watching everything you can get your eyeballs on in the comfort of your air-conditioned...
May 2022 Television Preview
Mysteries and action series abound this month, with intrepid protagonists navigating dangerous worlds and overcoming all odds to complete their respective missions. Whether it’s a Jewish...
April 2022 Television Preview
Though the most notable holiday of April is one that celebrates pranks, which are definitely not enjoyed by all, this month’s television premieres offer something for everyone. If you, like so...
March 2022 Television Preview
From criminal masterminds and crime-solvers, to creative artists and competitive athletes, this Women’s History Month contains a strong slate of thought-provoking and downright shocking new...
February 2022 Television Preview
Although it will be dominated by sports — i.e. the Winter Olympics and the Super Bowl — television is also offering plenty of intriguing projects by and about women this February. A new...
DOC NYC 2021 Preview: Films About Social Justice, Systemic Racism, Healthcare, and More
DOC NYC 2021 is kicking off today, November 10. The documentary film festival will feature in-person events through November 18 and online screenings through November 28. Women and Hollywood has...
November 2021 Television Preview
Even though the end of 2021 is near, it is just the beginning for shows premiering this November. This month offers us a range of programs, from comedies to intense dramas, to keep our attention as...
October 2021 Television Preview
From narratives of independent women striving to find a foothold for themselves to coming-of-age narratives, fall TV has much to offer. Kicking off the month is Molly Smith Metzler’s “Maid”...
TIFF 2021 Preview: Canada’s Colonialist Legacy, the Return of Jane Campion, and More
The 46th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is nearly upon us. Set to take place September 9-18 and include a mix of in-person and digital events, the fest’s program this...
September 2021 Television Preview
It’s that time of the year again, where new shows premiere on every network and we’re reunited with some of our favorites as their new seasons begin. We’re seeing some exciting releases by and...
August 2021 Television Preview
Summer television will go out with a bang this August, with releases ranging from a star-studded miniseries set at a health-and-wellness resort to an Emmy nominee’s animated return. This...
July 2021 Television Preview
With summer in full swing, and the Summer Games coming up, the TV landscape feels a little quieter in anticipation of the jam-packed fall season — but there’s still something for...
Tribeca 2021 Preview: Sisters Racing Their Way into History, Nigerians Fighting for LGBTQ+ Rights, & More
Slated to run from June 9-20 with a mix of online screenings and live in-person events at outdoor venues, Tribeca Film Festival is celebrating its 20th edition with a feature lineup that is 60...
June 2021 Television Preview
Summer TV kicks off in earnest this June — a boatload of new and returning projects by and about women are set to debut, including a comedy about an all-Muslim women punk band, a darkly funny...
May 2021 Television Preview
Get ready to update your watchlist: there are tons of television projects by and about women to check out this month, including shows from Tina Fey, Wanda Sykes, and Ziwe Fumudoh, Kelly Oxford’s...
April 2021 Television Preview
An interview series featuring one dope queen, an awkward comedy that sees an “SNL” alumna playing a pubescent boy, and an action series remake that reclaims the problematic...
March 2021 Television Preview
Winter isn’t quite over yet, but Spring TV has definitely arrived. From an Aretha Franklin miniseries to a drama about high school students figuring out who they are, there are plenty of...
Sundance 2020 Preview: #MeToo Stories, a Gloria Steinem Biopic, Biased Technology, & More
The 2020 Sundance Film Festival kicks off Thursday and its slate is packed with titles by and about women. Women and Hollywood has put together a rundown of some of the buzziest films screening in...
15 Most Anticipated Films By and About Women of 2020
By Jenna Dorsi and Sophie Willard It’s time to say goodbye to 2019 and hello to a new year full of films by and about women. Women and Hollywood has compiled a helpful guide of 15 of the...
24 Most Anticipated Films By and About Women of 2019
By Keno Katsuda and Antora Majumdar As we close the book on 2018 and wonder what’s in store for the upcoming year, we do know we can at least look forward to some thrilling new women-centric and...
TIFF 2018 Preview: Women Directors Tackle War, Police Dramas, LGBTQ Love, & More
We’re just 2 days away from the 2018 edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. We’ve assembled a list — by no means exhaustive — of some of the women-directed titles...
Fall TV Preview: Series By and About Women to Check Out
“Queen Sugar” By Kate Gardner and Rachel Montpelier Fall is here, and with it comes the most wonderful time of the year for television buffs. Some new and returning series are great, others less...
August 2016 Film Preview
“A Tale of Love and Darkness” by Rachel Montpelier and Kate Gardner Whether they are opening up about something personal, sharing a beloved fairy tale, or constructing an elaborate charade, the...
July 2016 Film Preview
“Our Little Sister” by Eboni Boykin and Diana Martinez Women filmmakers and protagonists are especially brave in poignant stories being released this month, shedding light on global issues that...