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Feminist Film Club?

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 19:13

I was just wondering if anyone would be up for this? Would be based on the same format as the Feminist Book Club, with one film a month, but possibly a bit easier for some of us to keep up with. If anyone is up for this, please let me know. :)

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 20:25

I steered clear of True Grit, for some reason. Will give that a look. Thank you, Giyadas. :)

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 20:22

I was wondering if anyone has a problem with the silent era? I know it's not everyone's cup of tea, but can think of a few films from the early years which would be very interesting from a feminist perspective. (The films themselves aren't "feminist", but raise some interesting thoughts)

Winter's Bone was recommended by another FSWR regular to me, sounds quite a good one. Any suggestions are welcome. :)

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skrumle · 19/01/2012 20:19

i'd be interested. i've found that being on here has lowered even more my tolerance for male-dominated films!

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Giyadas · 19/01/2012 20:13

If you are looking for suggestions, I recently saw the True Grit remake. I thought the girl was a great strong character, but she is essentially the only female in the whole film.

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 20:12

Well, was willing to do it on the basis of someone recommends one each month? Would gladly do one from each genre, as that way, provides a broader range. If anyone has suggestions on how to decide on films, please let me know. :)

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Giyadas · 19/01/2012 20:11

I don't think it should be restricted to Bechdel passers, that would exclude too many films that would really benefit from a bit of feminist critique.

MitchierInge · 19/01/2012 20:08

how would you choose films? Some from each genre?

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 20:05

LeBOF, was thinking more of critiquing regular films from a Feminist perspective (the patriarchy has too much of a hold over the film industry) But would happily restrict it to Bechdel passers only.

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MitchierInge · 19/01/2012 20:01

not if they are in vein of The Accused (not that have seen it)

LeBOF · 19/01/2012 20:00

I imagine we'll run out of films quite quickly if they have to be feminist, sadly.

What have you got in mind? Critiquing regular films from a feminist perspective? Bechdel test passers only?

It sounds interesting anyway.

wantstosleepnow · 19/01/2012 19:57

Yep sounds like a great idea, I need some recommendations as have no idea of ANY feminist films.

Giyadas · 19/01/2012 19:39

Sounds like a great idea, I always lurk on the book threads and promise myself that I will get the book in future but I suffer from a perpetual lack of funds.
Saw Whip It recently, after seeing it recommended on here and loved it.

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FrothyDragon · 19/01/2012 19:24

No, no, was going to keep it to films that have already been released on DVD, as I have a severe lack of childcare atm. Grin And I know childcare isn't a possibility for everyone.

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HandDivedScallopsrgreat · 19/01/2012 19:17

Yes please - so long as it doesn't involve actually having to go to the cinema (as that involves childcare and late bedtimes Wink)

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