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    • Harriet (2019) Serving as a tribute to a pivotal figure in American history, the extraordinary tale of heroic abolitionist Harriet Tubman made her one of America’s greatest heroes.
    • Little Women (2019) Based on the highly acclaimed novel by Louisa May Alcott, this classic show stars Emma Watson, Saoirse Ronan, Eliza Scanlen and Florence Pugh.
    • On the Basis of Sex (2018) Based on the true story of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, this show shines a light on the early cases of her historic career that lead to her confirmation as U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice.
    • Hidden Figures (2017) Based on a true story, these three brilliant African American women are the brains behind one of the biggest operations in the history of NASA.
    • The Woman King
    • Alien
    • Hidden Figures
    • Battle of The Sexes
    • Captain Marvel
    • Women Talking
    • Love, Lizzo
    • Carol
    • Mad Max: Fury Road
    • Wonder Woman
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    Make no mistake: Viola Davis was absolutely robbed of an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of General Nanisca in The Woman King. The film tells the (somewhat) true story of Agojie, an all-female, all-fierce unit of warriors who guarded the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s. Lashana Lynch also has a star turn as Izogie (and though he's a man ...

    Imagine all of the trouble that could have been avoided if the men on the Nostromo just f**king listened to Ellen Ripley.

    This movie follows the true story of the three black women behind NASA’s early feats in the Space Race. Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), in particular, was the mathematician whose calculations made the first U.S. space flights a success. Octavia Spencer plays mathematician and human-computerDorothy Vaughan, and Janelle Monáe plays aerospace en...

    Emma Stone stars as Billie Jean King in this fun take on the true story of the tennis icon's defeat of sexist pig Bobby Riggs (played with aplomb by Steve Carell). Related: Billie Jean King Tells All

    Higher, further, faster, baby! It took way too long for Marvel to release a solo female superhero movie, but we're glad that they did. Brie Larson is a badass as Carol Danvers, the titular Captain Marvel, one of the most powerful Avengers. Related: Everything to Know About Captain Marvel Sequel The Marvels

    Sarah Polley wrote and directed the acclaimed Women Talking, based on Miriam Toews' novel. The book focuses on the true story of women in a remote Mennonite colony banding together against rape culture.

    Where my grrrls at?! This HBO documentary channels Lizzo's incredibly inspiring rise from Detroit and Houston to Grammy-winning megastar. "Nobody was trying to sign a fat Black girl that rapped, sang, and played the flute," the "About Damn Time" singer says in the film. "It took so much hard work to get to where I am today, but I found my voice. No...

    Based on Patricia Highsmith’s 1952 novel, The Price of Salt,Carol is about a married mother, Carol Aird (Cate Blanchett) and a younger woman, Therese Belivet (Rooney Mara). The two meet in the department store where Therese works during the holiday season, and soon they fall in love and embark on an affair. This is the story of their forbidden love...

    Charlize Theron is ferocious as Imperator Furiosa, with women literally saving a post-apocalyptic planet and fighting against white (literal, snowy white) male tyranny.

    Gal Gadot radiates both strength and vulnerability as Diana Prince in Wonder Woman, showing that love can be just as powerful as an Amazon warrior with Bracelets of Submission. If you loved Wonder Woman, be sure to check out her entrance scene in Zack Snyder's Justice League—her "believe it" is iconic. Related: What's Going On With the DC Movies

    Celebrate women's achievements and empowerment with these films centered on powerful women. From The Woman King to Hidden Figures, these are the best feminist movies to watch in March.

    • The Iron Lady (2011) Meryl Streep is one of the most incredible and legendary actresses in Hollywood. She stuns the audience with every character she plays on screen.
    • The Devil Wears Prada (2006) Based on the 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger, The Devil Wears Prada is an iconic American drama with a stellar star cast directed by David Frenkel.
    • Little Women (2019) Based on the highly acclaimed novel by Louisa May Alcott by the same name, Little Women falls in the range of children’s novels revolving around family.
    • Erin Brockovich (2000) This movie is based on the true story of legal and consumer advocate Erin Brockovich, a single mother, who took up the cause of safe and clean drinking water for the people of Hinkley, a southern Californian community.
    • The Color Purple (1985) Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same title, this film tells the story of an African-American woman’s painful experience with sexism, violence and racism.
    • Mulan (1998) Disney’s Mulan checks all the boxes if you’re looking forward for a movie with a strong female protagonist who’s filial and honourable. One of the most iconic classic Disney movies made and beloved by generations, Mulan is the epitome of a brave role model to young girls all over the world.
    • Legally Blonde (2001) An iconic comedy featuring Reese Witherspoon that inspires girls to be both the beauty and the brains, Legally Blonde is not a foreign title to anyone.
    • Iron Jawed Angels (2004) An educational film on the process of demanding constitutional amendment for women’s rights, Iron Jawed Angels talks about the movement that led to our celebration of IWD today.
  1. Lady Bird (2017) R | 94 min | Comedy, Drama. 7.4. Rate. 93 Metascore. In 2002, an artistically inclined 17-year-old girl comes of age in Sacramento, California. Director: Greta Gerwig | Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges. Votes: 313,194 | Gross: $48.96M. 2. Jackie (V) (2016) R | 100 min | Biography, Drama. 6.7. Rate.

  2. For International Womens Day (March 8 th, 2021), grab your gals, get some popcorn ready, and turn on one of these incredible movies. LITTLE WOMEN Emma Watson, Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, AND Meryl Streep?!

  3. 12 Movies to Watch as You Celebrate International Women's Day 2021 | Tatler Asia. From Meryl Streep’s remarkable performance in Iron Lady, to feminist icons from literary classics, we’ve rounded up a few inspiring films that celebrate the passion and resilience of independent women.