Stacy Smith was a lead investigator of the study
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“Females were perceived to be not as trustworthy leading a crew. They were perceived to be not as confident handling not only financial matters but also leading the production of the set.”
There have been exceptions, like Kathryn Bigelow. In 2010, she won the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Movie for “The Hurt Locker.” Her film told about American soldiers in Iraq.
And Zoe Kazan was able to find financing for her film “Ruby Sparks,” which was released last year. She wrote and starred in the film.
The USC researchers spoke with about 50 film industry leaders and content creators who detailed the barriers women face in movie-making. Most of those questioned are women. Again, Stacy Smith.
“One of their chief obstacles is convincing male-dominated financiers and male-dominated decision-makers of their ability to helm a project and carry it through to commercial viability.”
Narrative films depend on financial support from producers or investors who are seeking to make profit. Documentaries often get financing from non-profit groups and investors who care about the subject of the film. Women are more successful in getting funding for documentaries.
Keri Putnam is with the Sundance Institute. She says there are plans to train women about finance.
“Understanding the financing models, understanding how to ask for money, having the courage, the familiarity and the experience going in and teeing up for funding, that’s something training can provide.”
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