lindawyatt:
This woman is a goddess. I just watched Miss Representation and I feel so empowered, but at the same time it’s incredibly disheartening that, as a woman trying to become a director, producer, and screenwriter, that my career could be hindered because of the stereotypes and misogyny that exists in our country, and in the world. It’s encouraging though, to know that a woman like Jennifer Siebel, who is extremely gorgeous, talented, intelligent, poised, and empowered can have a career in the film industry despite all the prejudice and unrealistic expectations women are held to.
I encourage all girls and women to watch Miss Representation because it’s really enlightening, empowering, and encouraging. Actually, I encourage all men to watch this as well, because it is important for men to be informed about this issue. It’s an incredibly in-depth look at how women are portrayed in the media, and how that affects our self-esteem and self-worth.
We all need to stop buying into what the media tells us is beautiful, basically. Because I think everyone is beautiful, and I don’t need a television show or a gossip magazine to tell me what and who is. Everyone- men, women, children- needs to start being okay with themselves and start believing in who they are, despite what others tell them.
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lindawyatt
