From Thelma and Louise to fighting Hollywood sexism: The making of Geena Davis

Shy would not be the first (second or third) word to come to mind when meeting Geena Davis in the flesh. But even the bonafide Hollywood goddess was wary, she admits, of criticising the industry that made her name. “For a long time I felt like I couldn’t complain because of what people would think,” admits Davis, 59, in her soft American drawl. “But it’s become safe to speak out. A lot of it is down to Meryl [Streep]’s example. She has been outspoken for a while and it gives other women encouragement.” Read More…