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Julianne Moore says true gender equality still distant at Cannes

Julianne Moore says true gender equality still distant at Cannes

Summary

Julianne Moore received an award at the Cannes Film Festival for her work supporting women in film. She said true gender equality is still far from being reached both in the film industry and worldwide.

Key Facts

  • Julianne Moore won an award for advocating for women in cinema during a Women in Motion event at Cannes.
  • She said gender equality is still a distant goal globally, not just in films.
  • The event was hosted by French luxury group Kering, which also gave a prize to Italian filmmaker Margherita Spampinato.
  • Moore has a long career and won an Oscar in 2015 for "Still Alice."
  • Moore urged steady, mindful progress toward equality by making choices, speaking up, and hiring more women.
  • Other actors like Salma Hayek praised Moore’s advocacy and career.
  • The Women in Motion award included a 50,000-euro prize to support emerging talent.
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