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entertainment2 years ago

"Taraji P. Henson Advocates for Better Set Conditions on 'The Color Purple'"

Taraji P. Henson advocated for better working conditions on the set of "The Color Purple," including securing drivers and security for the cast instead of rental cars, and addressing the lack of individual dressing rooms and food during rehearsals after contacting producer Oprah Winfrey. Henson also highlighted ongoing pay disparity issues in Hollywood, expressing frustration over being underpaid and the need to constantly renegotiate her worth despite her proven success and accolades.

via Variety|
##behindthescenes#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Taraji P. Henson Speaks Out on 'The Color Purple' Set Challenges"

Taraji P. Henson discussed the challenging conditions she faced while working on the set of "The Color Purple," including having to advocate for basic needs like secure transportation in Atlanta due to safety concerns. She also touched on broader issues of inequality in Hollywood, such as being underpaid compared to white co-stars and the physical demands of auditioning for her role. Henson's comments highlight ongoing conversations about pay disparity and the treatment of Black actors in the industry.

via Daily Mail|
##entertainment#hollywoodinequality
entertainment2 years ago

Taraji P. Henson Confronts Hollywood: From Wage Disparity to On-Set Challenges

Taraji P. Henson, in a recent interview with The New York Times, opened up about the challenges she faces as a Black actress in Hollywood, including the fight for fair pay and equal treatment. Despite her success, including her role in "The Color Purple," she has had to battle for what she deserves, such as equitable pay and better working conditions, like having to argue over trailers on the set of "Empire." Henson expressed her exhaustion with the constant struggle for recognition and equality, highlighting the broader issue of systemic biases against Black women. However, she remains determined to continue her career, albeit with a changed perspective post-pandemic, seeking more enjoyment in her work.

via The Root|
##blackactresses#empire
entertainment2 years ago

"Study Reveals Hollywood's Diversity Efforts Stall Despite 'Barbie's' Success and Promises"

Despite the commercial success of "Barbie," directed by Greta Gerwig, recent studies from USC Annenberg and San Diego State University reveal that progress for women directors in Hollywood has stalled. With women making up only 5.6% of directors in top films from 2007 to 2022, and a decrease in the percentage of female directors from 18% in 2022 to 16% in 2023, the film industry continues to show significant gender disparities. The studies suggest that hiring women and people of color more than once for popular motion pictures is crucial for change, and while there are signs of progress with women directing major films without male co-credits, the pace of change remains slow.

via Business Insider|
##barbiemovie#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Study Exposes Major Studios' Diversity Hiring Pledges as Performative"

A USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative report highlights the ongoing disparity in Hollywood, showing that despite some box office successes by female directors, the overall percentage of women and people of color directing top-grossing films remains low. In 2023, only 12.1% of the top 100 grossing films were directed by women, with a mere 3.4% being women of color. The report criticizes major studios for their lack of significant progress despite previous pledges to improve diversity, calling their efforts "performative acts." The study also notes that while Netflix has a better track record for hiring female directors, the major studios are still lagging behind in fostering meaningful change.

via Variety|
##diversityinfilm#entertainment