If movie studios won’t back women-led productions despite overwhelming evidence that audiences crave them, then TV is picking up the slack — and reaping the rewards. As HBO did with “Big Little Lies,” FX and Hulu have wrangled a magnificent cast of A-list actresses for Hulu’s most high-profile limited series to date, “Mrs. America.” One of the first collaborations under FX and Hulu’s new streaming deal, the series follows the anti-feminist crusader Phyllis Schlafly (Blanchett) in her fight against the feminist movement of the 1970s. The recently released trailer promises cutting remarks, fiery dispositions, and a powerhouse cast of actresses, including Rose Byrne as Gloria Steinem.
The official synopsis reads: “Mrs. America recounts the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (Era) and the unexpected backlash led by Phyllis Schlafly, aka “the sweetheart of the silent majority.” Through the eyes of the women of the era, the FX...
The official synopsis reads: “Mrs. America recounts the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (Era) and the unexpected backlash led by Phyllis Schlafly, aka “the sweetheart of the silent majority.” Through the eyes of the women of the era, the FX...
- 1/9/2020
- by Jude Dry
- Indiewire
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