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more about #newyorktimes BlinkyMcChuck: In other news, the idea of a new Bourne film featuring Angelina Jolie makes me sweat. Someone please do this. more » rcerwinski001: What IS up with all of the "fucks" in this (presumably reviewed/approved ex post facto) interview? Do strong women think they need to launch a preemp... more » Apollinarius: The problem with female characters in most modern works is that they are only there for their relationship with the men. Until the female characters a... more » KSull: I have a couple of points. 1. I am a woman. Roar! 2. I did see The Proposal with my mother on a lazy Sunday afternoon. I wish I hadn't. 3. I refus... more » Seeräuber Jenny: Hurrah! (A small positive note.) more » honeythunder: Female writer trying to get on staff on a TV show currently work for big producers. Nicest guys I've worked for out here. I heard them speaking about ... more » Lulamaybelle: I will go to see any movie provided that its GOOD. I don't care if its directed by a man or woman. This never crosses my mind when buying a ticket. ... more » StylusPictures: When Hollywood thinks of women, they say let's give them "Love Happens" and "Bride Wars". Then they think, "Man, those movies are terrible. Women su... more » idyll: Ha. Manohla Dargis is so much more fun than I gave her credit for. And thank GOODNESS someone else feels just as confused as I did about Crash. I als... more » rhys1882: One of the biggest reasons gender stereotypes regarding women persist is because many women buy into them. For instance, I've found that the people w... more » Peebers says what?: I don’t understand why the Hollywood thought seems to be that women don’t go to the movies alone and that they’ll only see "chick-flicks". All o... more » Zulkey: I'm always fascinated by people who truly love romantic comedies--and I'm talking about, say, The Proposal, movies that really have no reason to exist... more » MsAvignon: Re: women in the arts (cinema, fine arts, literature): My art and design students rarely perceive any difference in gender until I point out ideas re... more » NerD: Blattella: "In the trade press, women audiences are considered a niche. How is that even possible? We're 51 percent of the audience." This is the crux of the pr... more » madeofawesome: Know who loves superhero movies? Me. Know what I would love? A female superhero movie that did not suck. I don't need another effing Spiderman. I want... more » LilyBonesBurana: Dargis rarely crosses my radar, but to borrow an Apatowism from 4o y.o. virgin: David: [watching The Bourne Identity] "Y'know, I always thought tha... more » joiful: As a horror fan, I wish more women would get involved in that genre. The resurgence of torture porn is disturbing, unappealing, and not entertaining. ... more » buymecandy: Nice! "I think it's depressing that Judd Apatow makes the best romantic comedies and they're about men." - or how about the most romantic movie of the... more » nyc-caribbean-ragazza: Preach on! I do like Romantic Comedies but good ones. I do not understand why during the era when women had no power, Hollywood was making excellent... more » jennifer.wachtell001: As a female, former studio exec and now producer, I can say this is just the tip of the iceberg. For all of the women who "run" studios, very few have... more » -
#filmschooled
"Fuck Them": Times Critic On Hollywood, Women, & Why Romantic Comedies Suck
"I usually maintain a fairly even temper about Hollywood because I couldn't do my job otherwise," Manohla Dargis told me today. But the formidable NY Times film critic has fighting words for Hollywood and how it treats women.
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#loveandmarriage
NY Times Writer Takes On Marriage, Pig Ears.
If the unexamined life isn't worth living, well, this writer's in serious luck. The rest of us? Judge for yourselves (and no, that wasn't snark):
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#ragtrade
Michelle's Jewelry, Zac's Lower-Priced Line, & Claudia's Cashmere
- Michelle Trachtenberg is designing a line of jewelry for Coach's Poppy brand. Expect "colorful crystals." [WWD]
- Zac Posen is doing a lower-priced line, Z Spoke, which will be available exclusively through Saks Fifth Avenue come spring. It starts at $78:
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#firstfamilies
If Looks Could...
Picture of the week: here. Oh, and if you haven't read Kate Harding's astute, thoughtful analysis of the accompanying cover story, you can do so here. [NY Times] -
#linesofquestioning
Gail Collins: "The Revolution Will Be Achieved When No One Has To Do The Ironing"
New York Times columnist Gail Collins—the paper's first female editorial page editor—has written a chronicle of the last 4050 years of American women's history, When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Women from 1960 to the Present. More » -
#filmschooled
What We Talk About When We Talk About Precious
The buzz about Precious has continued steadily since its premiere at the Sundance film festival. As we creep toward the November 6th release date, I'm wondering how the reviews reflect the themes surrounding the movie - both intentionally and unintentionally.
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#strangelove
Modern Love, The Movie: Or, Why Are People Such Assholes?
Columbia Pictures is investigating turning the Times' Modern Love column into a movie; a television pilot is already underway. Might we suggest steering clear of this one? Oh, and this one. And this one. And definitely this one. [The Wrap] More » -
#eyeontheprize
"Record" Year For Women Says More About Sexism Than Advances
When Nobel prize winner Dr. Carol W. Greider first made her breakthrough discovery in 1984, she put on Springsteen and "danced and danced and danced." But she's serious right now, especially about the issue of sexism in science. More » -
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#fashionisfun
K8 Hardy Makes Fashion Arty, Fun
"This blanket expression that you shouldn't judge a person by their clothes is ridiculous to me," says artist/stylist K8 Hardy. For Hardy, fashion is more than just what you wear, it's art. More » -
#edwords
John Edwards Either Is Or Isn't Going To Admit He's The Father
Is John Edwards about to announce that he's the father of Rielle Hunter's baby? Did he really promise her a rooftop wedding, complete with the Dave Matthews Band? As with so many things, it depends on who you believe. More » -
#globalissues
What's The Best Way To Combat HIV/AIDS Around The World?
Female condoms and circumcision are two of the options being weighed in light of new research and news coming from the country of Uganda, but experts disagree on their ultimate impact in fighting the disease. More » -
#penneypeace
NYTimes Issues Apology For Cintra Wilson Article
In what is hopefully the final chapter in the JCPenney scandal of August 2009, the New York Times issued an apology of sorts for Cintra Wilson's now-notorious "Critical Shopper" takedown of JCPenney that appeared in the paper earlier this month. More » -
#lostgirls
NY Times Magazine Explores "The Daughter Deficit"
The New York Times' Idea Lab asks a tough question: Why do so many cultures suffer from "missing girls - those aborted, killed as newborns or dead in their first few years from neglect?"
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#globalwomensissues
Hillary Clinton Tackles Economics, Terrorism, Microlending In NY Times Profile
The New York Times Magazine just unveiled its latest issue, dedicated to global issues that impact women. Though we'll post on more of the pieces later this week, today we'll start with the magazine's interview of Hillary Clinton.
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#ragtrade
Gwyneth Does Designer Duds; Posh Hires Doppelgänger
- Gwyneth Paltrow's clothing line with Zoetees is hitting stores this month. The collection includes tee shirts, studded tank tops, and a grey oversized blazer — fine basics, but there's no indication why the line should start at £100. [Elle UK]
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#senselessacts
What Pushes Women to Become Suicide Bombers?
In a chilling article for the New York Times magazine, reporter Alissa J. Rubin speaks to would-be suicide bomber Baida. The roots of her scorn? The American occupation, isolation, and an unwavering belief that she is a warrior for God. More » -
#closure
Wars Of Words: Week, Penney's Fracas, Blessedly Over
In the days since we gave our take on Cintra Wilson's J.C. Penney review, the thing's taken on a life of its own: Wilson's three apologies, a barrage of abuse on her site and a lot of media coverage. More » -
#byanose
Breaking: Michael's Face Changed Over The Years
The New York Times is reporting that the September Allure "includes a timeline of Mr. Jackson's evolving images printed over two pages." Verdict: Probably similar to the timeline most news outlets featured when MJ died two months ago! [N.Y. Times] -
#warsofwords
Mea Culpas?
On her website, Cintra Wilson "apologizes" for giving the impression of "cackling and snickering at the expense of overweight persons." [CintraWilson] -
#fittoprint
Times Writer Finds J.C. Penney's Focus On Fat People Clever, Amusing
"Why would this dowdy Middle American entity waddle into Midtown in its big old shorts and flip-flops without even bothering to update its ancient Helvetica Light logo?" asks the Times' Cintra Wilson in a remarkably nasty piece. Brace yourselves, kids.
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