Best Feminist Movies

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

After splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroes Black Canary, Huntress and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord.

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a drifter named Max teams up with the fierce Imperator Furiosa to escape a tyrannical warlord and his army. The film is a high-octane chase through…

This gripping thriller, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, chronicles the decade-long hunt for the notorious terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. The narrative follows a determined CIA analyst, played by Jessica Chastain,…

Set in 1987 Romania, this gripping drama follows two university friends, Otilia and Gabita, as they navigate the oppressive landscape of the Ceaușescu regime. The film delves into the harrowing…

In this action-packed film, a former assassin, known as “The Bride,” embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance against her former colleagues who betrayed her. The narrative unfolds with a…

Set in Iran, this compelling drama weaves together the stories of several women whose lives intersect as they navigate the challenges imposed by a patriarchal society. The film, directed by…

In this compelling drama directed by Steven Soderbergh, Julia Roberts delivers a powerful performance as a determined legal assistant who uncovers a major environmental scandal. The film follows her journey…

In this gripping drama directed by Jean-Pierre Dardenne, the story follows a young woman named Rosetta, portrayed by Émilie Dequenne, as she struggles to find stability and purpose in her…

This acclaimed film by Pedro Almodóvar follows the emotional journey of Manuela, a nurse who embarks on a quest to find the father of her recently deceased son. The narrative…

In this provocative film directed by Catherine Breillat, the narrative explores the complexities of a woman’s sexual and emotional journey as she navigates her relationship with her emotionally distant partner….

In this neo-noir crime thriller directed by the Wachowskis, the plot revolves around an ex-con named Corky, played by Gina Gershon, who becomes entangled in a complex scheme with Violet,…

Set in a post-World War II Dutch village, this film follows the life of a strong-willed woman who returns to her hometown to establish a new life with her daughter….

Set in the mid-19th century, this film follows Ada McGrath, a mute Scottish woman, who is sent to New Zealand for an arranged marriage. Accompanied by her young daughter and…

Directed by Ridley Scott, this iconic film follows the transformative journey of two women, Thelma and Louise, played by Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, as they embark on a road…

In this gripping psychological thriller, a young FBI trainee, Clarice Starling, is tasked with interviewing the brilliant yet incarcerated Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a former psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer, to…

In this 1988 film, a determined secretary from Staten Island, played by Melanie Griffith, navigates the corporate world of Manhattan with aspirations of climbing the corporate ladder. When her boss,…

In this darkly comedic film directed by Peter Greenaway, three women, all named Cissie Colpitts, conspire to drown their husbands in a series of meticulously planned murders. The narrative unfolds…

In this thrilling science fiction sequel, directed by James Cameron, the story follows Ellen Ripley, played by Sigourney Weaver, as she returns to the alien-infested planet where her nightmare began….

In this 1985 film directed by Susan Seidelman, a bored suburban housewife becomes entangled in a series of adventures after she becomes obsessed with the personal ads of a free-spirited…

In this 1982 film directed by Lou Adler, a teenage girl named Corinne Burns, played by Diane Lane, forms a punk rock band with her sister and cousin, aiming to…

In this 1980 comedy directed by Colin Higgins, three female office workers, played by Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton, find themselves at odds with their egotistical and sexist…

Set in the late 19th century, this film follows the journey of Sybylla Melvyn, a headstrong young woman determined to break free from societal expectations and pursue her dreams of…

During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of…

In this compelling drama directed by Martin Ritt, Sally Field delivers a powerful performance as a Southern mill worker who becomes a pivotal figure in the fight for workers’ rights….

This groundbreaking film, directed by Chantal Akerman, offers an intimate portrayal of a widow’s monotonous daily routine over the course of three days. The narrative meticulously captures the protagonist’s life,…

In this poignant Hungarian drama directed by Márta Mészáros, the story follows a middle-aged factory worker named Kata, who yearns for a child of her own. Her life takes an…

In this 1974 drama directed by Martin Scorsese, the story follows a recently widowed woman, played by Ellen Burstyn, as she embarks on a journey to find a new life…

Directed by John Waters, this 1974 film follows the tumultuous life of Dawn Davenport, a delinquent high school student who spirals into a life of crime and infamy. The film…

Directed by John Cassavetes, this 1974 film delves into the complexities of family dynamics and mental health. It stars Gena Rowlands and Peter Falk, who deliver powerful performances as a…

In this 1974 action-packed blaxploitation film, Pam Grier stars as a fearless woman seeking justice for her murdered boyfriend. As she delves into the criminal underworld, she confronts a drug…

In this enigmatic psychological drama directed by Ingmar Bergman, the story revolves around a renowned actress, Elisabet Vogler, played by Liv Ullmann, who suddenly stops speaking. She is cared for…

Set in the vibrant streets of Paris, this 1962 film follows a young singer named Cléo as she anxiously awaits the results of a medical test that could change her…

From the moment she glimpses her idol at the stage door, Eve Harrington is determined to take the reins of power away from the great actress Margo Channing. Eve maneuvers…

This avant-garde short film, directed by Maya Deren and Alexander Hammid, explores themes of dream and reality through a series of surreal and symbolic sequences. The narrative follows a woman,…

In this classic screwball comedy directed by Howard Hawks, the story revolves around a fast-talking newspaper editor, played by Cary Grant, who tries to win back his ex-wife and star…

This silent film, directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, is a poignant portrayal of the trial of Joan of Arc, focusing on her intense and emotional courtroom experiences. Renowned for its…