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One of Hollywood's longest-running celebrities, Julia Roberts, has publicly denounced the Hollywood film industry as "male-dominated" in recent interviews, emphasizing that the disparity she observes on screen reflects realities she has experienced off-screen. Roberts, who is currently 57, uses her extensive professional background to openly discuss how gender dynamics continue to influence chances and views.
She made these remarks while promoting her much awaited new movie, 'After the Hunt,' in which she plays a morally dubious character that speaks to her own thoughts on privilege, power, and gender in movies.
"It's Still Super‑Male": Her Bold Observations on Gender and Power
Roberts, reflecting on the trajectory of her career, doesn't mince words: "Well, it's still super‑male! Make no mistake," she told The Sunday Times, when asked whether her real life resembles her 'After The Hunt' character's struggle in a "deeply misogynist" world. She went on to say that when she frequently sits at a professional table with only two other women, which is indicative of a larger trend in Hollywood's elite circles. She declared, "I am without fear" in such settings, a mindset she believes is essential to being seen and acknowledged in the field.
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Roberts said that becoming a parent has made her more picky stating that she would only take on a job if she thought she could devote herself totally to it rather than dividing her time or energy.
A Complex Role and What's Next
'After The Hunt,' Roberts' next film (directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Ayo Edebiri, Andrew Garfield, and Chloë Sevigny), tackles a difficult story: a professor (Roberts) is forced to face her past and loyalties after one of her students accuses a colleague of sexual misconduct. Her inability to decide whether she liked, despised, or even understood her character is what drew her to this job, she has stated; she found this indecision captivating and used it as an excuse to "leave the comfort of my house for work."
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She stressed in interviews that, particularly in the midst of #MeToo discussions, 'After The Hunt' is intended to elicit discussion and nuance rather than offer simple conclusions. The film releases in theatres on 10th October. Beyond this movie, Roberts remains picky about parts and possibilities, considering her legacy and the message she conveys in a challenging business environment.
