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Founding Females of Film
Sometimes, the most notable trailblazers are the ones we've never even heard of. There's a forgotten history in the film industry; one full of women who pioneered their way through an industry that was determined to keep them out. Film student Rami Fritz narrates the stories of these forgotten women whose contributions to the film industry aren't widely recognized, in an effort to give them the credit they deserve.
Podcasting since 2022 • 5 episodes
Founding Females of Film
Latest Episodes
S1 E1 | From Silent to Sound
In this episode, we’re setting the scene. During the Silent Film era in the U.S., the film industry was dominated by women filmmakers. But, with the invention of a certain technology, women began to be pushed out of the leadership roles they on...
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S1 E3 | Mary Pickford
In this episode, we’re going on the journey of Mary Pickford, from her theatre career to co-founding the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Known as “America’s Sweetheart,” Pickford proved her stardom from an early age. She knew what ...
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Episode 3
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S1 E2 | Lois Weber
In this episode, we’re diving into the life of Lois Weber. From performing in the theatre to creating her own production company, we’re talking about the successes and challenges that Weber faced as she tried to remain a powerful force in an in...
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Episode 2
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S1 E1 | From Silent to Sound
In this episode, we’re setting the scene. During the Silent Film era in the U.S., the film industry was dominated by women filmmakers. But, with the invention of a certain technology, women began to be pushed out of the leadership roles they on...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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9:52
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