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Five prominent feminist leaders, including bell hooks and Gloria Steinem, discuss women's rights amid an antifeminist backlash in this 55-minute film.

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Why Watch

  • Meet feminist leaders like bell hooks and Gloria Steinem.
  • Find out about the antifeminist backlash in the 1990s.
  • See how racial and economic differences affect feminism.

Did You Know

  • The documentary features interviews with bell hooks and Gloria Steinem.
  • It was directed by Dominique Cardona and released in 1997.
  • The film has a duration of 55 minutes.
  • It addresses the unique contributions of second wave feminism.

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Feminist theoryWomen's rights activismSecond wave feminism
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Who are some prominent feminist leaders featured in 'My Feminism'?

The documentary features interviews with bell hooks, Gloria Steinem, and Urvashi Vaid.

What year was 'My Feminism' released?

'My Feminism' was released in 1997.

What is the duration of the documentary 'My Feminism'?

The duration of 'My Feminism' is 55 minutes.

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