Doe-eyed, damsel in distress or bubbly sunshine girls—the days when women in movies were merely accessories are long gone. There’s character development for women, not just in movies but in real life too. And finally, we’re playing strong personalities like that of our real selves on screen as well! While we may be a bunch of inspiring women but from time to time, we all look for new ways of inspiration. The big or small moves we make in life may not go down in history but are a step towards changing the world one step at a time. Because being a woman is whatever you choose it to be.
Here are a few titles that celebrate just that! Here’s to celebrating girl power this International Women’s Day:
'The White Queen'
In history, there are two types of women represented: the submissive and the one who fights back. The White Princess represents the latter. Starring Aneurin Barnard, and Rebecca Ferguson, prepare yourself to learn about a time in English history through the eyes of three noblewomen engaged in a long-running conflict over the English throne at the end of the War of the Roses.
'The Honourable Woman'
Lady Nessa Stein a woman who inherits her father’s arms business and finds herself in an international maelstrom. Centring around a world full of crime, drama, and political upheaval, the series will explore how she continues to promote the reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians. Can she handle this?
'Gaslit'
For political thriller enthusiasts Julia Robert’s Gaslit is a modern take on the 1970s political Watergate scandal centring on untold stories and forgotten characters of the time will definitely get your interest piqued. Brilliant cast, strong characters, gripping narrative and lots of drama makes Gaslit a rare delicacy
'Motherland'
Motherhood is not always about the kids happily enjoying steaming blueberry pancakes and orange juice and kissing the mother goodbye as they leave for school. The story of Motherland is about a group of less-than-perfect parents navigating the ups and downs of middle-class parenthood and the everyday challenges they encounter. The series stars Anna Maxwell, Lucy Punch and Diane Morgan amongst others.
'Bombshell'
A group of women, take on Fox News head Roger Ailes and the toxic atmosphere he presided over at the network. The film stars Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie, and is a biographical drama based on the women who set out to expose CEO Roger Ailes for sexual harassment.
'Becoming Elizabeth'
With a unique blend of history and drama, this series delves into the real-life royal drama following the death of Elizabeth's absentee father, King Henry VIII, and his decision to name his first, surviving and only legitimate son, nine-year-old Edward VI, heir to the throne. The series stars Alicia von Rittberg in the lead role, Romola Garai as Mary Tudor and Oliver Zetterström as Edward.
'Atomic Blonde'
Dive into the world of espionage with the crown jewel of Her Majesty's Secret Intelligence Service; Agent Lorraine Broughton (Charlize Theron) is equal parts spycraft, sensuality and savagery, willing to deploy any of her skills to stay alive on her impossible mission. Sent alone into Berlin to deliver a priceless dossier out of the destabilized city, she partners with embedded station chief David Percival (James McAvoy) to navigate her way through the deadliest game of spies.
