I initially thought this would be an annoyingly bro-tastic film with guidance and support strictly coming from the men in Superman’s life. But women play an equal role (although sadly their lives revolve around men), the importance of both femininity and masculinity is stressed and the film attempts to deconstruct hyper-masculinity.
Originally published at Bitch Flicks as part of Women of Color in Film and TV Week. Yelling to the Sky struck a visceral chord with me. I related to it in a way I often don’t with films. I’m not a biracial woman growing up impoverished, who turns to selling drugs as a means of …
With its commentaries on gender, women’s agency, reproduction and female friendships, Marie Antoinette is surprisingly deeper and more feminist than many realize. Sofia Coppola created a lush and sumptuous indulgence for the eyes.
As the wannabe politico that I am, I was excited for the State of the Union address last night. Although I knew I would miss Nancy Pelosi bouncing out of her chair and clapping every 2 seconds. President Obama always motivates and rouses an audience. So I was prepared to be uplifted again. But instead, … Continue reading
If you’ve been a loyal reader of my blog (a big thank you if you have!!), you probably know that I passionately believe in protecting abortion access and a woman’s right to choose. With the 38th anniversary of Roe v. Wade tomorrow, today commemorates NARAL Pro-Choice America’s 6th annual Blog for Choice Day. It’s a … Continue reading
As the film freak/pop culture junky that I am, I try to watch all awards shows. The Oscars, SAGs, Tonys, Emmys…I’m addicted to them all so of course I watched the Golden Globes on Sunday night. I mean drunk celebs on a live awards show?! Sign me up! And while many recaps focused on the … Continue reading
Happy Meat-Free Monday, Everyone! I’ve been crazy busy what with the holidays, traveling and kicking ass feminist style. So it’s long overdue to share a new recipe with you. I basically live on this simple recipe that my boyfriend, Jeff, and I created: Sautéed Garlic-Ginger Green Beans with Roasted Almonds. When I was about 3 … Continue reading
Yay it’s Sunday…so let’s talk about sex! Okay not the best segue, but I do want to talk about it but not in the conventional way we’re used to discussing the topic. As I shared with you all last week, I participated in Soapbox Feminist Winter Term in NYC. With each day categorized by a … Continue reading
As I previously posted, I spent last week in NYC. I told you all briefly what I’d be doing so you wouldn’t think I had run away. Well now I’m ready to debrief and discuss the details of Soapbox Feminist Winter Term 2011, a week-long workshop run by activists Jennifer Baumgardner and Amy Richards. Each … Continue reading
So I wanted to let you all know where I am this week. If you follow me on Twitter (and all of you should damnit!!) then you know I’m in my FAVE city in the world…yep NYC at Soapbox Feminist Winter Term, a weeklong workshop hosted by the feminist goddesses Jennifer Baumgardner and Amy Richards. … Continue reading
As it’s a new year (um where the hell did 2010 go, people??), I wanted to share a new recipe with all of you. Especially since I received some amazing cookbooks as Christmas presents. But as I’m off in NYC at a fab feminist conference this week, I don’t have access to my culinary arsenal. … Continue reading
New Year’s Eve is here and you know what that means?? 2010 is almost a faint memory with 2011 looming over the horizon. So how will The Opinioness be ringing in the New Year?? Celebrating it with the BF, eating some veggie sushi and drinking some booze. In fact I already pre-gamed it sipping vegan … Continue reading
Like many on the planet, I adore Helen Mirren. I mean c’mon the lady kicks ass! I’ve loved her ever since I watched her in the film 2010 in which she played an astronaut captain. She was so strong and decisive. I get the sense from the roles she selects to her answers in interviews, … Continue reading
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