Cate Blanchett laments that #MeToo movement ‘got killed very quickly’ in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett expressed concern that the #MeToo movement has lost momentum in Hollywood during a discussion at the Cannes Film Festival. She highlighted the disparity between those with platforms to speak out and the average person who feels silenced. Blanchett also emphasized the need for a more diverse environment on film sets and the importance of addressing past harms when collaborating with controversial artists.
- ▪Cate Blanchett stated that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood.
- ▪She noted that there is a significant imbalance in gender representation on film sets.
- ▪Blanchett advocated for working with 'problematic' artists if they are willing to acknowledge and repair past harms.
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