50 films that ace the Bechdel test
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The Bechdel test was created by cartoonist Alison Bechdel and is used to measure female representation in movies based on the following three criteria: the movie has to have at least two (named) women...
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50 films that ace the Bechdel test, The Bechdel test was created by cartoonist Alison Bechdel and is used to measure female representation in movies based on the following three criteria: the movie has to have at least two (named) women in it, who talk to each other, about something besides a...
Fifty Shades of Grey (Sam Taylor-Johnson, 2015), Fifty Shades of Grey may have some issues (both in terms of quality and content), but it passes the Bechdel test with flying colours. Ana talks about her classes with her roommate, about her college graduation with her mother, and about dinner with...
Hustlers (Lorene Scafaria, 2019), It’s no surprise that this film, in which all the main characters are women, passes the test. When Constance Wu and Jennifer Lopez’s characters talk about men, it’s to figure out how they’re going to get as much money out of them as possible.
Juno (Jason Reitman, 2007), This story of a teenager who gets pregnant and has to decide what to do with the baby is a pretext for women to have lots of conversations about motherhood, the responsibilities that come with having a child, and whether or not to pursue their education.
Black Swan (Darren Aronofsky, 2010), Is having no male characters the key to passing the Bechdel test? It certainly helped this film based on the twisted relationship between two ballet dancers.
Singin’ in the Rain (Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly, 1952), Even though the film is roughly two-thirds music, singing, and dancing, Singin’ in the Rain also includes conversations between Jean Hagen and Debbie Reynolds’ characters.
Clueless (Amy Heckerling, 1995), A perfect snapshot of the 90s and a masterpiece of feminist satire, Clueless is an adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel Emma. It’s no surprise then that the women talk to each other about things other than men.
I, Tonya (Craig Gillespie, 2017), With plenty of scenes in which Tonya talks about skating and training with her mother, along with scenes in which they discuss their difficult relationship, this film passes the test with ease.
Little Miss Sunshine (Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton, 2006), Throughout the car ride to the beauty pageant, Olive and her mother discuss a myriad of subjects, such as the best flavours of ice cream.
All About Eve ( (Joseph L. Mankiewicz, 1950), There are many discussions about theatre and the meaning of life between the characters played by Bette Davis and Anne Baxter in this story of a young woman secretly trying to steal the career of an older actress who has taken her under her wing.
Captain Marvel (Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, 2019), Obviously, the first superhero movie with a woman as the lead character passes the Bechdel test. You’d be surprised, though, how many films should pass the test but don’t. Captain Marvel passes primarily thanks to the best friend of Brie Larson’s...
Scream (Wes Craven, 1996), Sidney, played by Neve Campbell, has several discussions about things other than men, especially with Courtney Cox’s character. The most obvious subject: murder.
Bend it Like Beckham (Gurinder Chadha, 2002), A film directed by a woman of colour, starring another woman of colour, with a plot based on women in sports. Could it get any better for a feminist film? It passes the Bechdel test without even breaking a sweat.
Brave (Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews, 2012), Pixar doesn’t have a great track record for leaving space in its movies for female characters. Brave, the studio’s first film with a female lead, is a step in the right direction. Basing the story on a mother-daughter relationship is a surefire way...
Pan’s labyrinth (Guillermo del Toro, 2006), Having recently moved in with her mother and new authoritarian stepfather, a young woman discovers a mysterious labyrinth near their family home where she can talk about fairy tales and magic with her mother.
Ralph Breaks the Internet (Rich Moore and Phil Johnston, 2018), The sequel to Wreck-it Ralph passes the Bechdel test on multiple levels. The most amusing of them is, without a doubt, the discussion between the Disney princesses.
Bridesmaids (Paul Feig, 2011), Movies produced by Judd Apatow don’t have a reputation for being feminist masterpieces, but this comedy stars a group of women and easily passes the Bechdel test.
Ghostbusters (Paul Feig, 2016), The 2016 version of Ghostbusters has many faults, but on the female representation front, it succeeds, showcasing two girlfriends—Abby and Erin.
Hidden Figures (The
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50 films that ace the Bechdel test, The Bechdel test was created by cartoonist Alison Bechdel and is used to measure female representation in movies based on the following three criteria: the movie has to have at least two (named) women in it, who talk to each other, about something besides a...
Fifty Shades of Grey (Sam Taylor-Johnson, 2015), Fifty Shades of Grey may have some issues (both in terms of quality and content), but it passes the Bechdel test with flying colours. Ana talks about her classes with her roommate, about her college graduation with her mother, and about dinner with...
Hustlers (Lorene Scafaria, 2019), It’s no surprise that this film, in which all the main characters are women, passes the test. When Constance Wu and Jennifer Lopez’s characters talk about men, it’s to figure out how they’re going to get as much money out of them as possible.
Juno (Jason Reitman, 2007), This story of a teenager who gets pregnant and has to decide what to do with the baby is a pretext for women to have lots of conversations about motherhood, the responsibilities that come with having a child, and whether or not to pursue their education.
Black Swan (Darren Aronofsky, 2010), Is having no male characters the key to passing the Bechdel test? It certainly helped this film based on the twisted relationship between two ballet dancers.
Singin’ in the Rain (Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly, 1952), Even though the film is roughly two-thirds music, singing, and dancing, Singin’ in the Rain also includes conversations between Jean Hagen and Debbie Reynolds’ characters.
Clueless (Amy Heckerling, 1995), A perfect snapshot of the 90s and a masterpiece of feminist satire, Clueless is an adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel Emma. It’s no surprise then that the women talk to each other about things other than men.
I, Tonya (Craig Gillespie, 2017), With plenty of scenes in which Tonya talks about skating and training with her mother, along with scenes in which they discuss their difficult relationship, this film passes the test with ease.
Little Miss Sunshine (Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton, 2006), Throughout the car ride to the beauty pageant, Olive and her mother discuss a myriad of subjects, such as the best flavours of ice cream.
All About Eve ( (Joseph L. Mankiewicz, 1950), There are many discussions about theatre and the meaning of life between the characters played by Bette Davis and Anne Baxter in this story of a young woman secretly trying to steal the career of an older actress who has taken her under her wing.
Captain Marvel (Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, 2019), Obviously, the first superhero movie with a woman as the lead character passes the Bechdel test. You’d be surprised, though, how many films should pass the test but don’t. Captain Marvel passes primarily thanks to the best friend of Brie Larson’s...
Scream (Wes Craven, 1996), Sidney, played by Neve Campbell, has several discussions about things other than men, especially with Courtney Cox’s character. The most obvious subject: murder.
Bend it Like Beckham (Gurinder Chadha, 2002), A film directed by a woman of colour, starring another woman of colour, with a plot based on women in sports. Could it get any better for a feminist film? It passes the Bechdel test without even breaking a sweat.
Brave (Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews, 2012), Pixar doesn’t have a great track record for leaving space in its movies for female characters. Brave, the studio’s first film with a female lead, is a step in the right direction. Basing the story on a mother-daughter relationship is a surefire way...
Pan’s labyrinth (Guillermo del Toro, 2006), Having recently moved in with her mother and new authoritarian stepfather, a young woman discovers a mysterious labyrinth near their family home where she can talk about fairy tales and magic with her mother.
Ralph Breaks the Internet (Rich Moore and Phil Johnston, 2018), The sequel to Wreck-it Ralph passes the Bechdel test on multiple levels. The most amusing of them is, without a doubt, the discussion between the Disney princesses.
Bridesmaids (Paul Feig, 2011), Movies produced by Judd Apatow don’t have a reputation for being feminist masterpieces, but this comedy stars a group of women and easily passes the Bechdel test.
Ghostbusters (Paul Feig, 2016), The 2016 version of Ghostbusters has many faults, but on the female representation front, it succeeds, showcasing two girlfriends—Abby and Erin.
Hidden Figures (The
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