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Banks: Hollywood Discouraged Her from Directing Men
23 Apr
Summary
- Elizabeth Banks was told she couldn't direct male actors.
- She directed Ray Liotta, known for 'Goodfellas,' successfully.
- Banks highlights media's tendency to pigeonhole female directors.
Actress and director Elizabeth Banks recounted instances of sexism she faced in Hollywood. She revealed being explicitly told that male actors wouldn't follow a female director. Banks directly challenged this notion by successfully directing Ray Liotta, a veteran actor known for his role in 'Goodfellas.'
Banks, who has directed major studio films like 'Pitch Perfect 2' and 'Cocaine Bear,' expressed frustration with how her work, especially 'Charlie's Angels,' was framed by the media. She felt the film was reduced to a 'chick flick' and that the narrative focused too much on her being a 'lady director,' overshadowing the film's broader aspects.
