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‘Boys Don’t Cry’: Director Kimberly Peirce Recounts What It Took To Shoot the Rape Scene
At a 20th anniversary screening of the watershed drama, actor Brandon Sexton III cried as he remembered what it took to make the film.
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Chris Lindahl
February 16, 2020 6:05 pm
Features
As ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Joins National Film Registry, Kimberly Peirce Addresses Its Complicated History
The filmmaker reflects on the legacy of her groundbreaking trans film, from the casting process to the conversations it has sparked over the years.
By
Jude Dry
December 12, 2019 12:00 pm
Features
Kimberly Peirce Says She Was ‘One of the Dominant Voices’ Who Convinced the Academy to Expel Harvey Weinstein
The Academy Governor and recent "Dear White People" director participated in a panel this weekend promoting gender equality documentary "Half the Picture."
By
Jenna Marotta
June 25, 2018 7:08 pm
Awards
How ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ Director Kimberly Peirce Directed the Best Episode Yet of ‘Dear White People’
Nearly 20 years after her acclaimed debut, Peirce directed a masterful piece of television — and now she's ready for a new chapter.
By
Eric Kohn
June 21, 2018 10:00 am
Features
Lena Waithe, Kimberly Peirce, and More Women Introduce 12 New Bechdel Tests to Measure Gender Imbalance
New versions of the the Bechdel Test factor in the number of female crew members, the role of women of color, and more on any given film or TV series.
By
Zack Sharf
December 21, 2017 4:43 pm
Awards
The Academy Board of Governors is Now 38% Female
New members include Whoopi Goldberg and Kimberly Peirce, and it's the board that calls the Academy shots.
By
Anne Thompson
June 29, 2017 6:22 pm
Features
Paul Feig, Kimberly Peirce, and 50 Others Address Gender Inequality With Sweeping New Initiative
Leaders of the Sundance Institute and Women In Film present ReFrame, a new initiative pushing for tangible progress on gender diversity in Hollywood.
By
Jude Dry
February 22, 2017 12:30 pm
News
Watch: 9-Minute Video Essay Compares Brian De Palma’s & Kimberly Peirce’s Versions Of ‘Carrie’
Watch: 9-Minute Video Essay Compares Brian De Palma's & Kimberly Peirce's Versions Of 'Carrie'
By
Will Ashton
March 8, 2016 4:23 pm
News
WATCH: Kimberly Peirce’s Incisive, Inspirational Speech to AFI’s Directing Workshop for Women
WATCH: Kimberly Peirce's Incisive, Inspirational Speech to AFI's Directing Workshop for Women
By
Beth Hanna
May 30, 2014 1:43 pm
News
Watch: Kimberly Peirce Discusses the Obstacles of Making Movies in Moving Keynote Address at AFI Women’s Directing Showcase
Watch: Kimberly Peirce Discusses the Obstacles of Making Movies in Moving Keynote Address at AFI Women's Directing Showcase
By
Shipra Harbola Gupta
May 2, 2014 6:00 pm
Features
5 Directors We Want To See Tackle ‘True Detective’ Season 2
5 Directors We Want To See Tackle 'True Detective' Season 2
By
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March 11, 2014 1:20 pm
Features
Interview: Kimberly Peirce Talks ‘Carrie’ Sequels, Comedy ‘Butch Academy’ & Says ‘Silent Star’ May Come Back
Interview: Kimberly Peirce Talks 'Carrie' Sequels, Comedy 'Butch Academy' & Says 'Silent Star' May Come Back
By
Kevin Jagernauth
January 14, 2014 12:09 pm
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