My Feminism (1997)
In an era of antifeminist backlash, this articulate documentary by the makers of Thank God I’m a Lesbian forcefully reminds us that the revolution continues. Powerful interviews with feminist leaders including bell hooks, Gloria Steinem, and Urvsahi Vaid are intercut with documentary sequences to engagingly explore the past and present status of the women’s movement. Discussing the unique contributions of second wave feminism, they explore their racial, economic and ideological differences and shared vision of achieving equality for women. Anessential component of women’s studies curricula, My Feminism introduces feminism’s key themeswhile exposing the cultural fears underlying lesbian baiting, backlash, and political extremism.
Cast
- Gloria Steinem - Self
- bell hooks - Self
- Mary Becker - Self
- Urvashi Butalia - Self
- Judy Rebick - Self
- Ailbhe Smyth - Self
- Urvashi Vaid - Self
Keywords
women's rights
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is My Feminism about?
- In an era of antifeminist backlash, this articulate documentary by the makers of Thank God I’m a Lesbian forcefully reminds us that the revolution continues. Powerful interviews with feminist leaders including bell hooks, Gloria Steinem, and Urvsahi Vaid are intercut with documentary sequences to engagingly explore the past and present status of the women’s movement. Discussing the unique contributions of second wave feminism, they explore their racial, economic and ideological differences and shared vision of achieving equality for women. Anessential component of women’s studies curricula, My Feminism introduces feminism’s key themeswhile exposing the cultural fears underlying lesbian baiting, backlash, and political extremism.
- Who directed My Feminism?
- My Feminism was directed by Laurie Colbert, Dominique Cardona.
- Who stars in My Feminism?
- My Feminism stars Gloria Steinem, bell hooks, Mary Becker, Urvashi Butalia, Judy Rebick, Ailbhe Smyth.
- How long is My Feminism?
- My Feminism has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
- What genre is My Feminism?
- My Feminism is a Documentary film.