Monday, March 16, 2020

Point of Fire

Earlier this month was International Women’s Day, and we are still in Women’s History Month. So why not celebrate the films that celebrate us. And instead of just patting ourselves on the back for fully representing ourselves, we should demand men pay attention and recognize us as well. Because, AGAIN, it’s absolutely bonkers than in our country’s 244-year history we have never had a woman president. And, AGAIN AGAIN, if you don’t think that is bonkers that says a lot about how you view the world and us women in it. Which is a long way to go to say that women AND men should be flocking to see the film “Portrait of a Lady on Fire.” And not just because of its luminous female love story, but the way it shows what a matriarchal society devoid of male gaze and authority can look like – if even only for a fleeting moment. Like we as women are always watching “this Avengers shit,” as the way beyond marvelous Adèle Haenel says here. So perhaps just for like, I dunno, two hours they could pay attention to our point of view. Just a thought.

4 comments:

Helena said...

Thank you for this Dorothy and wishing you a good week.

Jules said...

Beautifully poignant piece that leaves a lasting impression.

fridax said...

I loved the movie, saw it twice within the last three weeks. And Adèle Haenel is right, so necessary for other women to see this world that Cèline Sciamma created with and for women. I hope, there will be many more movies / TV shows to come that put women in the centre of it all. And wouldn't mind another Céline / Adèle collaboration every ten years (or earlier) 🥰

AnnieStinkle said...

Man, Celine Sciamma and Adele Haenel interviews are the only thing keeping me sane this week. Every single one is thoughtful, insightful, and directly. On. Point.