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The Damsels In ‘Damsels In Distress' Discuss The Film, Director Whit Stillman, And Women In Films

The Damsels In ‘Damsels In Distress’ Discuss The Film, Director Whit Stillman, And Women In Films
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Fashion Editor, The Huffington Post

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Simply finding a movie with a single interesting female role can feel like a major discovery. But stumbling upon a film with four vibrant, fresh, funny female characters is cause for celebration.

The college-set comedy of manners Damsels in Distress-the first movie in 12 years from '90s indie icon Whit Stillman (the unique mind behind Metropolitan, Barcelona, and The Last Days of Disco)-shines a spotlight on a quartet of equally exciting breakout stars, who just happen to be women.

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