Here are examples of real women who have done real things: good, bad, and in between. We're expanding not just the definition of the female or feminine hero, but also villains and more complex, nuanced female characters. Too often I hear men say, "I don't know how to write women." Here you go, here are five incredible women you can use to inspire your own stories.
Anita SarkeesianFor me, if folks who are watching YouTube can pitch in a bit to help cover the cost for creating this work, that's great, but I don't want folks who can't helped to not have access to it. I really like the crowdfunding model in that regard.
Anita SarkeesianI really wanted to explore a range of women who aren't necessarily perfect, heroic women. I wanted to series to influence creative people to include more women in their work, especially historic works.
Anita SarkeesianI'm really thriving and enjoying being a part of a really vibrant creative team and doing creative work.
Anita SarkeesianIt is both possible (and even necessary) to simultaneously enjoy media while also being critical of its more problematic or pernicious aspects.
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