Bechdel Fest, which highlighted only films that pass the “Bechdel Test,” bringing attention to gender inequality in film and fiction, recently wrapped up in Akron. The five-day event, the first of its kind here, is named after the Bechdel Test, created by Liz Wallace and made famous by cartoonist Alison Bechdel. The test is based on a work having at least two female … [Read more...]
Bechdel Fest promotes gender equality in cinema
Project seeks matching donations for 2019 film festival -- Local organizer and school teacher Brit Charek believes that exposing young Akronites to great art featuring women front and center can directly impact gender equality in future generations. “When I look at the type of media that’s designed for them, I know we can do better,” said Charek, who’s seeking matching … [Read more...]
