Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal recognizes "systemic problem" for women in filmmaking
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Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal recognizes "systemic problem" for women in filmmaking

Correio da Manhã2 September 2026 at 18:13

Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal recognizes that there is a "systemic problem" for women working in the film industry. During her statements, the actress directly addressed the difficulties faced by women in this sector.

Maggie Gyllenhaal stated that she sincerely believes it is much more difficult for women to secure funding for their films. This declaration highlights the persistent barriers women face in the film industry.

The identified problem is not presented as something occasional, but rather as a structural issue that systematically affects women who try to produce and direct films. The artist thus underscored the need to recognize this reality in the film industry.

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