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Veteran Producer Celebrates Empowering Female Roles in Film
26 Oct
Summary
- Actress and producer, 68, shares love for films featuring strong female characters
- Produced hit franchises like "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" and "Mamma Mia"
- Envisions Academy Museum exhibit showcasing 100 years of great female performances
Diane Wilson, a 68-year-old actress and producer, has revealed her deep commitment to creating and supporting films that celebrate the power and positivity of female characters. In an exclusive interview at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles last Saturday, October 18th, Wilson shared her vision for the cinematic universe.
As a producer, Wilson has been closely connected to multi-generational films that have resonated with audiences. She is particularly proud of her work on the hit franchises "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" and "Mamma Mia," which she says are all about "females bringing some joy and light into the world." Wilson believes that if there is music involved, it is the "icing on the cake."
Looking ahead, Wilson imagines what an exhibit at the Academy Museum would be like if it were curated by her. She envisions a showcase dedicated to "all the great female performances over the course of history," as the museum approaches its 100th anniversary in 2028. As a governor in the actors branch, Wilson is in awe of the remarkable female performances that have graced the silver screen over the past century.
