Women have been writing, producing and directing movies since filmmaking began in the early 1900s. From taming wild dogs to filming from the open door of a plane, women directors have done amazing things in the world of film.
Written in clear, simple language and peppered with quotations from each filmmaker.
There is a wonderful multicultural emphasis in this text and Simoni stresses the perseverance and strength of each woman.
An entertaining and informative primer on women and movie-making.
The profiles in both books are revealing, inspiring, and insightful.