There's no gender when it comes to film because gender cannot confine or define talent. Although it might be true that the most obvious gender gap in the film industry today is the director's chair, and a lesser number of women work behind-the-scenes, that doesn't hide the reality that there are many more talented female filmmakers around the world turning out some of the best and most exciting stories than ever.
In Southeast Asia, there's a new generation of female writing and directing talent, and they are garnering attention for the clever, unique and authentic stories they are telling for film and television viewers around the world. Over the past few years, streaming giants like Netflix have actively used their platform as a medium to advocate for women who work in front of the camera and behind-the-scenes. To celebrate their talent, the platform recently hosted a virtual panel discussion titled "Women Who Rule The Screen" featuring special guest appearances by Southeast Asian creators and the talent behind Netflix's stories -- with an aim to focus on storytelling for, by and about women. The event delved into the panellists' journey of filmmaking and discussed further the importance of representation in the industry and the role of stories in empowering and inspiring women.
