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[quote=Anonymous]This is an awesome start to inclusivity in criticism. I have a degree in theatre criticism, and it's true there that (mostly white) men outnumber women. This may be for several compounding reasons: 1. Mens' opinions are taken more seriously than womens'. 2. Men are given more freedom to be outspoken than women are. 3. Women are taught from a young age to apologize for their opinions and to "be nice." Criticism isn't all about being [i]critical[/i], but it can be a part of the gig, and it can be tough. In school, we had to give presentations on historical criticism. I was the only one asked to defend the position of my chosen critic, simply because she spoke about women's issues in media. (My male colleague who presented on Nietzsche didn't have to defend existentialism, for example.) Women's issues are important topics in film and other media, but women should be able to speak on all forms of entertainment. I'm happy that this may be changing. [/quote]
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