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Don't Miss the Seasonal Competition of the Montreal Women Film Fest
The Montreal Women Film Festival was founded a few years ago at Montreal's Cinema du Parc to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th. During the event, Linda Serpone, President of the Montreal Council of Women, highlighted the festival's significance in recognizing films centered on women's rights and supporting female directors. In collaboration with Women Cinema Daily magazine, the festival serves as a symbol of empowerment, creativity, and innovation, honoring the
2026 Best Director Oscar race and female directors
As the awards season unfolds, it's clear that this year could be significant for female directors at the Oscars. Over a dozen women have directed major films in contention. Spanning from seasoned Oscar winners to emerging talents, this year's roster promises to be one of the most competitive and inclusive in the Academy's history. Kathryn Bigelow, who made history in 2010 by winning Best Director for The Hurt Locker , returns with House of Dynamite . This intense political th
Nicole Kidman on Working With 19 Female Directors
Nicole Kidman is living by her own principles. In an interview with Time magazine , the Oscar-winning actress discussed how she exceeded her 2017 goal of working with a female director every 18 months since the rise of the #MeToo movement. Over the last eight years, she has collaborated with at least 19 women directors on films and TV series. Kidman noted that women directors often face excessive pressure to “be perfect” with their first projects. However, the Big Little Li
Iconic Black Female Filmmaker
We’re honoring the Black women and nonbinary filmmakers who have influenced and inspired us. These gifted creatives have increased representation both onscreen and behind the camera. Each of these filmmakers has offered unique perspectives through their work, which is precisely what Hollywood needs. They deserve recognition for shaping culture with their storytelling and for paving the way for the future of our industry. Add their films and shows to your watchlist and discove
TIFF offers insights into integrating gender balance
As autumn colors Tokyo, the city prepares for the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) from October 27 to November 5, 2025. Led by Chairman Ando Hiroyasu and Programming Director Ichiyama Shozo, TIFF emphasizes global exchange, female empowerment, and cross-cultural collaboration, establishing itself as Asia’s dynamic festival. Indian filmmakers find a growing audience in Tokyo, with films like Lipstick Under My Burkha and Vikram Vedha gaining popularity. This year
Women directing Animated Features and the Fight for Industry Equality
In recent years, animation has gained newfound respect. Many animated films excel with compelling stories, excellent voice casting, stunning visuals, and meaningful messages. They evoke laughter, tears, and often encourage sing-alongs. A notable trend is the influence of women executives in leadership roles driving these animated successes forward. “Whether discussing live action or animation, there’s a reason behind the success of many female executives and producers,” note
Check out the Winners of Montreal Women Film Festival
The Montreal Women Film Festival was established a few years ago at Montreal's Cinema du Parc in celebration of International Women's Day...
DEMOCRACY NOIR
Democracy Noir presents a damning depiction of how Orbán has systematically destabilized the country’s democratic institutions for...
Meander
Meander is an innovative and experimental science fiction film that delves into complex themes surrounding motherhood, the implications...
Beware !
I Jantô! narrates the story of the Malian crisis through the events that have transpired since 2012. The film delves into the root causes...
(IN)VISIBLE
(IN)VISIBLE is a psychological short debut film by Sam Joseph, who wrote, directed, and produced it. The film delves into the...
Beneath
"Beneath" is an independent feature film directed by the talented Heidi Greensmith, hailing from the UK. The film tells a poignant story...
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The mission of Women Cinema Daily is to promote filmmakers and film festivals from all over the globe. We offer online promotion, advertising and worldwide screening of indie films through the platform and we create press for film festivals and report for media companies and platforms devoted to independent filmmaking and cinema. The Women Cinema Daily was founded by a team of filmmakers, producers, distributors, artists and graphic designers who are passionate about the language of cinema, film industry and filmmakers.
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