Biased Quote by Emma Donoghue
![“The film world is far more male-dominated. I mean, the numbers are staggering at the level of how many people on set there are, and almost all the trades in film, there's a lot more men. So I can see without anyone intending to be biased [that] we have kind of a collective choosing of men's…” quote by Emma Donoghue](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aa8/emma-donoghue-1499_biased_the-film-world-is-far-more-male-dominate_1521089.jpg)
“The film world is far more male-dominated. I mean, the numbers are staggering at the level of how many people on set there are, and almost all the trades in film, there's a lot more men. So I can see without anyone intending to be biased [that] we have kind of a collective choosing of men's stories and a collective of taking men's stories seriously.”
About This Quote
The film industry heavily favors men, leading to more male stories being produced and valued.
In simple terms: Film industry is male dominated, limiting women's stories.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for gender balance in film.
Themes
gender inequality
representation
media
industry bias
storytelling
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- film production
- casting decisions
- award nominations
- studio financing
- marketing strategies
Key Concepts
patriarchy
systemic bias
visibility
opportunity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can women break into male‑dominated film trades?
- What policies could ensure diverse storytelling?
A Different Perspective
Progress may be slowed by entrenched networks and resistance to change.
