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New Doc Celebrates 1000 Women Who Shaped Horror Films
Global NewsMar 27

New Doc Celebrates 1000 Women Who Shaped Horror Films

A passionate new documentary proves women have always been horror's driving force, from silent films to modern masterpieces. Director Donna Davies and scholar Alexandra Heller-Nicholas shatter the myth that horror is a boys' club.

Euronews2 min read
7 Films by Women Directors You Can Watch Right Now
SolutionsApr 23

7 Films by Women Directors You Can Watch Right Now

While women directed only 8.1% of Hollywood's top films in 2025, these seven recent releases prove female filmmakers are creating stunning stories across every genre. From K-pop demon hunters to Iranian motorcycle activists, here's how to support their work.

Good Good Good2 min read
20 Women Built Nollywood Into Global Film Powerhouse
Community HeroesMar 9

20 Women Built Nollywood Into Global Film Powerhouse

From theatre pioneers to Netflix directors, women have shaped Nigeria's film industry into the world's second-largest by volume. Premium Times celebrates the actresses, producers, and visionaries who built Nollywood from the ground up.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Chinese Women Break Health Taboos in Film and Online
Global NewsApr 16

Chinese Women Break Health Taboos in Film and Online

A groundbreaking Chinese film depicts painful gyno exams and menstrual health, topics rarely shown publicly. Young women across China are increasingly using movies, social media, and public platforms to normalize conversations about their bodies and needs.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Women of Fuji Documentary Celebrates Hidden Music Heroes
Acts of KindnessMar 10

Women of Fuji Documentary Celebrates Hidden Music Heroes

A groundbreaking documentary premiering on International Women's Day shines a spotlight on the pioneering women who shaped Nigeria's vibrant Fuji music industry. The film reveals decades of untold stories, from record label founders to the cultural keepers whose contributions made the genre thrive.

Premium Times Nigeria3 min read
Afghan and Iranian Women Debut Bold Films at Berlinale
Global NewsFeb 19

Afghan and Iranian Women Debut Bold Films at Berlinale

Two female filmmakers from Afghanistan and Iran premiered groundbreaking films at the Berlin International Film Festival, using cinema to reclaim their stories and challenge stereotypes. Despite facing criticism and exile, they're showing the world that their cultures contain more than just war and oppression.

DW News2 min read
Nigerian Film 'Dara' Heads to DC Independent Film Festival
Global NewsFeb 7

Nigerian Film 'Dara' Heads to DC Independent Film Festival

A Nigerian coming-of-age drama has been chosen as the only African feature film among five selected for Washington DC's longest-running independent film festival. The selection marks a significant milestone for contemporary Nigerian cinema on the global stage.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Boston Film Centers Survivors' Voices After Sexual Assault
Global NewsMar 18

Boston Film Centers Survivors' Voices After Sexual Assault

A new Boston film tells the story most movies skip: what happens after sexual assault when survivors reclaim their agency. "The Prince Charming Theory" was created by an all-women team and partners with a crisis center to support real survivors.

Google: survivor story2 min read
Ghana Pursues Justice for Women Filmed Without Consent
Community HeroesFeb 15

Ghana Pursues Justice for Women Filmed Without Consent

Ghana's government is taking strong legal action to extradite a foreign national who secretly recorded and shared intimate videos of women online for profit. The case highlights how nations are stepping up to protect citizens from digital exploitation.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Kazakhstan's First Berlinale Documentary Gives Women a Voice
SolutionsFeb 21

Kazakhstan's First Berlinale Documentary Gives Women a Voice

A Kazakh documentary about women imagining life beyond male dominance just made history at one of the world's top film festivals. Despite zero government funding, the filmmakers turned persistence into a sold-out Berlin premiere.

Euronews3 min read
Spain's Hidden Women's Football Hero Gets Her Story Told
SportsJun 13

Spain's Hidden Women's Football Hero Gets Her Story Told

At just 13, Conchi Amancio scored five goals in a match that drew 8,000 fans and became Spain's first female football superstar. Now, a new film celebrates her and the women who played for their country without official recognition in the 1970s.

Euronews3 min read
Record 77K Watch England Win Women's Six Nations Opener
SportsApr 12

Record 77K Watch England Win Women's Six Nations Opener

Over 77,000 fans packed London's Allianz Stadium to watch England's Red Roses defeat Ireland 33-12, setting a new Women's Six Nations attendance record. The crowd marked another milestone for women's rugby as the sport continues its remarkable growth.

Google: rugby world cup2 min read
St. Augustine Women Build Homes on International Women's Day
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

St. Augustine Women Build Homes on International Women's Day

Women across St. Augustine will pick up hammers and build affordable housing this March to celebrate International Women's Day. No experience needed, just a willingness to help local families find safe homes.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
India's Military Academy Hires Women Trainers for Women Cadets
SolutionsMar 18

India's Military Academy Hires Women Trainers for Women Cadets

The National Defence Academy is bringing in female physical trainers to better support women cadets' training needs. The move comes as 92 women cadets competed in a major inter-academy sports meet for the first time.

Indian Express2 min read
The Pink Pill Doc Shows FDA's Double Standard for Women
Community HeroesMar 6

The Pink Pill Doc Shows FDA's Double Standard for Women

A new documentary reveals how the first medication for female sexual dysfunction faced five years of FDA obstacles while male ED drugs sailed through approval. The film exposes systemic bias in women's healthcare and celebrates the women who fought back.

Womens Health3 min read
5,000 Women Run Asia's Oldest All-Women Market for 500 Years
Acts of KindnessApr 28

5,000 Women Run Asia's Oldest All-Women Market for 500 Years

In Imphal, India, 5,000 women gather daily at Ima Keithel, Asia's largest all-women market that has operated continuously for five centuries. What began as necessity in the 1500s has become a powerful symbol of economic independence, where mothers pass trading rights to daughters and run their own credit system without banks.

The Better India2 min read
Arsenal Women Win Inaugural Champions Cup at Emirates
SportsFeb 2

Arsenal Women Win Inaugural Champions Cup at Emirates

Arsenal Women made history by winning the first-ever FIFA Women's Champions Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Corinthians at the Emirates Stadium. The dramatic win drew praise from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and marks a milestone moment for women's football.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Scotland Boosts Women's Rugby Pro Contracts by 35%
SportsJun 12

Scotland Boosts Women's Rugby Pro Contracts by 35%

Scottish Rugby just expanded professional contracts for women players by 12, bringing the total to 47 as the nation builds toward the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup. More than 70% of these athletes will now train full-time in Scotland, a major leap forward for women's sports investment.

Google: rugby world cup2 min read
Michelle Yeoh Gets 2026 Berlin Film Festival Honor
Global NewsFeb 11

Michelle Yeoh Gets 2026 Berlin Film Festival Honor

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh will receive the Honorary Golden Bear at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, celebrating four decades of breaking barriers. The 62-year-old Malaysian star continues proving that dreams have no expiration date.

DW News3 min read
Self-Made Women Billionaires Hit Record High in 2026
SolutionsMar 24

Self-Made Women Billionaires Hit Record High in 2026

The number of self-made women billionaires worldwide has doubled in the past decade, reaching 150 leaders with a combined wealth of $470 billion. Three Indian women entrepreneurs rank among the global top 50, showcasing the growing power of women-led innovation.

Indian Express3 min read

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