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We really need more women HERE in Hollywood.
Women In Animation wants “50-50 by 2025.″ I think they’ll succeed.
Transparent & Mad Men screenwriter Bridget Bedard got lucky–after LOTS of hard work.
Next time you’re on Pinterest, check out this board & this one. What’s another 3 hours?
Hmmm…, this “sell your screenplay” claim may actually have some merit.
KELLY GLOVER
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