Julianne Moore Doesn’t Want to Act in Movies ‘With Explosions and Guns’ When ‘Things Are Rough Globally’: ‘I Don’t Want to Watch It’
Julianne Moore expressed her reluctance to act in films featuring violence during a recent talk at Cannes. She highlighted the importance of female representation in the film industry and the broader societal implications of this issue. Moore emphasized the need for women to support each other in storytelling and hiring practices.
- ▪Julianne Moore discussed her career and role selection at the Kering Women in Motion Talk at Cannes.
- ▪She noted a decline in female representation in lead roles in high-grossing films, which she sees as part of a larger global issue.
- ▪Moore advocates for women supporting each other in the industry and emphasizes the importance of accurate storytelling.
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