Paul Feig: Writer/Director Paul Feig says he wants to add an equity clause to his future film contracts that would require gender-balanced casting for minor roles.
Melinda Gates: The renowned philanthropist talked to Lena Dunham’s Lenny newsletter about the gender gap in unpaid labor and why poverty is sexist.
The Invitation: Looking forward to the opening of Karyn Kusama’s thriller The Invitation this weekend. NYWIFT Board President Alexis Alexanian will moderate a Q&A with Kusama and star Tammy Blanchard at the 5:20 PM screening this Sunday, April 10 at IFC Center.
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