I was never a fan of Sex in the City, but based on box office revenues this past week-end a lot of women are.  Apparently Lauren Hutton is not one of them.  The morning DJ on my local oldies radio station, KRTH, said Hutton “lost it” on the Today Show so I decided to find out what that was all about. You can watch the segment by clicking here and decide for yourself.  Personally, I think she has strong feelings but wouldn’t say she lost it.  It’s a little like saying Hillary had a melt down in New Hampshire.  Why is it when a woman expresses strong feelings men can’t handle it?  If you really listen to Hutton, there are kernels of truth in what she says.  Is Sex and the City a realistic representation of women’s lives in 2008?  Is it purely entertainment?  Is it encouragement to women who are 40 + ? Or, as Hutton suggests, is it a manifestation of how men view women?  It’s your call. 

TAGS: Lauren Hutton, Sex in the City, The Today Show, women and anger

“Sex and the City” made its debut last week (no doubt you heard about it!) but “what’s your point, honey? ” also opened.  Yes, the crowd admittedly was smaller but no less enthusiastic.

The independent film, written, directed and produced byAmy Sewell and Susan Toffler is insightful, powerful and funny.  It tells the stories of seven young women who were selected by CosmoGirl magazine as possible candidates for the White House in 2024 - the contest was designed to create more interest in politics among young women.  These young women are diverse and engaging; they are candid about their personal lives and professional aspirations and I don’t think you can watch the movie without liking each and every one of them. 

Adding to the movie’s charm are the hard hitting “documentary” style questions posed by three younger girls, for example, “Why don’t we have a woman in the White House?” and, “Would you vote for a qualified woman?”

Not surprisingly, Sewell and Toffler weren’t able to secure big studio money to back the film - F-word movies (”feminist” that is) don’t do well, Sewell was told.. So their plan is to distribute the film via DVD (available via their website) and encourage people to invite guests to watch with them. 

As far as I’m concerned, either before or after your girls’ field trip to see “Sex and the City”, stay home with your friends to watch the feel good movie of the year.  The shoes won’t be as fashionista but the ideas will definitely get you talking!

TAGS: Cultural diversity, dealing with family expectations, look and sound of leadership, Political debates, Politics, Raising Girls, Self-trust, women, women role models