Movie Critic Is “Alarmed” That Men Won’t See “Little Women”
Bella Breakdown Renowned film critic Janet Maslin says sexism is holding men back from appreciating the 2019 film adaptation of Little Women, which just debuted in theaters. Little Women is based on the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott and follows the four March sisters as they come of age in a sexist 19th-century society. “The Little Women problem with men is very real. I don’t say that lightly and am very alarmed,” Maslin, a former film critic for The New York Times, tweeted. “In the past day have been told by 3 male friends who usually trust me...
Here’s What Women Don’t Want To Hear Anymore In 2020
Bella Breakdown Many compliments and questions are sociably acceptable, but that doesn’t mean they don’t make women feel like they are supposed to pass a test, or they are being investigated. Some topics should be off-limits unless you are talking to a person who’s close to you. Let’s hear what we don’t want to hear. Since the list is rather long, we’ll cover the basics, the most common phrases women fight in everyday life. You look great for your age It’s a compliment, but it’s pitting women against each other. “You look younger than your age” means “you look...
Meryl Streep Is Not A Fan Of The Term “Toxic Masculinity”
Bella Breakdown Meryl Streep is causing some debate over her feelings about the term “toxic masculinity.” The multi-award winning actress recently promoted her upcoming appearance on HBO’s Big Little Lies where she was questioned about men being fans of the series. Streep appeared alongside co-stars Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman and Laura Dern for a panel discussion. “Sometimes, I think we’re hurt. We hurt our boys by calling something toxic masculinity. I do,” Streep said. Trying to take a more diplomatic approach, Streep said that both men and women can be “pretty f***ing toxic.” The actress went on to say...
History Of International Women’s Day
Bella Breakdown International Women’s day occurred on March 8th this year, and it gave all of the ladies around the world a reason to pat themselves and all other women on the back, saying anything from “Yes, we are ALL kweens!” to “Here’s to strong women. May we know them, may be be them, may we raise them.” I have personally loved International Women’s Day ever since I became a staunch feminist in high school (thanks, mom!). It gives all of us the opportunity to be celebrated, instead of torn down, berated, or belittled for who we are. Most...
