All articles tagged with #diversity in film
Lilly Wachowski says Hollywood won’t back her $10 million thriller The Hunted because it has a wall-to-wall trans cast, so she’s seeking alternative funding routes while portraying industry reticence toward trans-led projects.
Zoe Saldaña says it’s frustrating and limiting when political questions are focused on actors of color or women. Speaking at Locarno, she emphasized talking about the craft of acting and challenged the habit of single out questions about inclusion, noting she’s often the only person of color or woman on stage. She cited a past Oscars press-room moment involving Emilia Pérez to illustrate the broader issue and expressed openness to constructive conversations with Mexican colleagues. Saldaña currently headlines Lioness Season 3 on Paramount+ and was honored at Locarno this year.
Ridley Scott's Gladiator II has been criticized for its historical inaccuracies, particularly in its portrayal of Roman emperors Caracalla and Geta, who were of Afro-Syrian descent. The film overlooks their heritage and the diversity of the Roman Empire, instead perpetuating stereotypes and anachronisms. Critics argue that the film misses an opportunity to explore the rich cultural history of the Severan dynasty and the role of Africans in Roman society, highlighting the importance of accurate representation in historical films.
Ariana DeBose stars in the new movie "I.S.S." as Dr. Kira Foster, an American astronaut dealing with conflict and a nuclear disaster on the International Space Station. The film combines science fiction and thriller genres to explore the dynamics between American and Russian astronauts. DeBose's portrayal of Foster showcases vulnerability and strength, reflecting her own experiences and growth as an actor. The movie, set in the near future, aims to bring a human element to the space thriller genre and addresses larger societal issues.