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It’s hard to make your mark in an ever-evolving film industry. Hollywood has recently witnessed a string of massive flops, and quite a good portion of them were female-led movies. The most recent examples areThe Marvelsand Sony’s latest release,Madame Web.Bothhave received unimpressive reviews and poor box office receipts.
While superhero fatigue is partly to blame, these films have also been criticized way more than other flops, the most common complaint being the “wokeness” that they allegedly possess.After the massive failure ofMadame Web,there has been a creative overhaul at their headquarters, which has completely changed their initial plans.
According to a report by the Twitter account Culture Crave, the entire writers’ room ofSilk: Spider Societyhas been fired, except for the showrunnerAngela Kang. Keeping in mind the continuous losses of female-centric movies likeThe MarvelsandMadame Web, the new strategy is to cater to a male audience. But is it a step in the right direction? Are female-led films really that hard to make?
Well,a number of female-led movies have proven that women can be just as compelling and powerful as their male counterparts, in addition to silencing sexist fans.
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1.Kill Bill: Volume 1
Directed by Quentin Tarantino,Kill Bill: Volume 1follows the journey of the Bride(Uma Thurman), a trained assassin who seeks vengeance against those who wronged her. The movie not only shows off the strength and perseverance of its female protagonist but it also challenges conventional gender roles in the action genre.
Even with a $30 million budget, the film received favorable reviews and made over $180 million worldwide. Set in the late 90s, the 2003 film certainly silenced sexist fans who were skeptical that women could assume bdass roles and kick some serious btt.
Kill Bill: Vol. 1can be rented on Apple TV.
2.Legally Blonde
Action alone does not make a woman strong, which led to the inclusion ofLegally Blonde, a romantic comedy starringReese Witherspoon as Elle Woods. Robert Luketic’s 2001 flick defies stereotypes about blondes while also transforming Elle into a successful lawyer.
To put it simply, it empowers women to be unapologetically themselves.Legally Blondesilenced sexist fans who underestimated Elle’s ability to excel in a male-dominated field. What more?The film grossed $141 million worldwide on a budget of $18 million, with Witherspoon receiving special praise for her performance.
Legally Blondeis streaming on Max.
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3.TheHunger Games
Based on the popular trilogy of novels by Suzanne Collins,The Hunger Gamesfilm series stars Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen, a fierce and proficient archer who comes to symbolize a rebellion against a corrupt government. The film tackles significant issues like social injustice and political corruption in addition to showcasing the bravery and strength of its female lead.
Lawrence’s portrayal of Katniss is not only powerful but also pioneering in its depiction of a strong female lead. Also,The Hunger Gamesis the 20th highest-grossing film franchise ever.In a way, we can proudly say that Lionsgate’s film series silenced sexist fans who questioned Katniss’ ability to lead a revolution.
StreamThe Hunger Gameson DIRECTV.
4.Atomic Blonde
Starring Charlize Theron as a fierce MI6 agent,Atomic Blondeis a 2017 action thriller that features action-packed scenes and a complex female protagonist. Her performance in David Leitch’s film was not only physically demanding but also mirrors her ability to command the screen and silence any qualms about a woman’s capacity to lead an action film.
Theron does amazing stunt work and fights in the film, which debunks the stereotype that women are not physically strong enough to compete with men. Despite having a budget of $30 million, the film won critical acclaim and was a worldwide box office hit.Atomic Blondeactually quieted the sexist fans who doubted a woman could carry off an action movie.
You can watchAtomic Blondeon DIRECTV.
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A thrilling thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats,SaltstarsAngelina Jolieas a CIA agent who is suspected of being a Russian spy.Phillip Noyce’s film not only highlights Jolie’s abilities as an action hero but also challenges preconceived notions about women’s intelligence and espionage.
TheUnbrokenstar’s performance and the action scenes inColumbia Pictures’ film, which grossed $294 million at the box office worldwide, won praise from critics.
Saltis available on FuboTV.
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With over 3,300 articles carved into the digital walls of FandomWire, Siddhika Prajapati excels at creating, curating, and elevating engaging stories. She takes pride in giving these stories a home and, of course, she’s got a Google Knowledge Panel to prove it!Whether it’s reviewing the latest drop on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV+, or analyzing the cultural echoes of a streaming hit on Paramount+ or Max, Siddhika is always writing three steps ahead of the discourse.
