How significant is it that 2017's three top-grossing films had female leads? The MeToo campaign was groundbreaking: it was both personal and anecdotal, yet also a collective roar by women all over the world, sharing stories of sexual assault or harassment.
They were not just saying how pervasive the behaviour was: it was also a sign of empowerment. Hollywood has been rocked by the Weinstein scandal and others which followed it. Harvey Weinstein timeline: How the scandal unfolded Harvey Weinstein scandal: Who has accused him of what?
And many hope it can re-invent itself in a more healthy shape.
Now, a new hashtag, TimesUp, is rooting the fight against sexual harassment in legal battles. But cultural shifts can take time.
source: www.bbc.com
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