Alexandra MacAaron | Women's Voices For Change

Alexandra MacAaron is an alumna of Tufts University and Hunter College High School. She is a past winner of the Simon & Schuster Fellowship, and has written for trade publications and local newspapers. She is the Creative Director & Queen B of B Direct Marketing Communications and author of the book "The New Marketing Conversation" and a blog about parenting tweens, "Lovin’ the Alien.” She lives in Marblehead, MA.

Theater

Playwright Kate Hamill Brings
Women’s Voices to the Stage

By Alexandra MacAaron

“I really felt like I wanted to create female-oriented classics for the stage. I’m not a director, so I didn’t want to direct some female Hamlet. What I wanted to do was create new works." — Kate Hamill

Film & Television

Fabulous Actresses Save the Messy Movie
‘Troop Zero’

By Alexandra MacAaron

If you can excuse a bit of cinematic aimlessness at the beginning, you will thoroughly enjoy the story of star-struck Christmas Flint and her band of space explorers.

Film & Television

‘Grace and Frankie’ Returns This Week

By Alexandra MacAaron

In an industry in which more is more — except when it comes to age, when less is definitely considered more bankable — 'Grace and Frankie's' continued success is something to celebrate.

Film & Television

Women in Hollywood: Will 2020 Be Different?

By Alexandra MacAaron

The truth is, except for rare sleeper exceptions, awards tend to go to the biggest, loudest, most expensive, and — more importantly — most-promoted titles. And these, even today, are rarely helmed by women.

Film & Television

‘Little Women’: Greta Gerwig’s Bold New Take On A Beloved Classic

By Alexandra MacAaron

Greta Gerwig's 'Little Women' succeeds marvelously in retelling Jo March's — and Louisa May Alcott's — stories for a very fortunate new generation.

Film & Television

TV Phenomenon:
Have Yourself A Hallmark Little Christmas

By Alexandra MacAaron

If you're feeling stressed, or blue, or just plain tired, watch a Hallmark Christmas movie. It's cheaper than therapy and less addictive than wine.

Film & Television

Honey Boy’s Alma Har’el Tackles Childhood Trauma and Hollywood Sexism

By Alexandra MacAaron

"Honey Boy' is terribly sad but a beautiful film. And one that is worthy of the fine reviews it has received, as well as serious awards consideration.

Film & Television

‘Queen & Slim,’ Melina Matsoukas’s Stunning
Feature Debut

By Alexandra MacAaron

'Queen & Slim' is a tremendous tribute to the human spirit. And although it dramatizes themes of desperation and injustice, it is hauntingly beautiful. Its heroes — and heartbreak — will stay with you long after the credits roll.

Film & Television

Through a Female Lens, Documentaries by Women

By Alexandra MacAaron

More women are joining the documentary profession each year. In fact, seventy percent of the new documentary professionals represented are women. Here are several worth listening to.

Film & Television

In Marielle Heller’s ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” Tom Hanks Fills a Familiar Cardigan

By Alexandra MacAaron

The framework of the movie is presented in a risky but ultimately rewarding way. The entire film is in a sense a single episode of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.

Film & Television

‘The Crown,’ Season 3: A Tale of Two Sisters

By Alexandra MacAaron

It's a testament to the entire creative team — and most especially to the sublime acting talents of Colman, Bonham Carter, and company, that 'The Crown' offers never a dull moment.

Film & Television

‘Last Christmas,’ An Imperfectly Satisfying Holiday Treat

By Alexandra MacAaron

'Last Christmas' is a jukebox musical based on popular songs by the late George Michael. For those who loved his music (and even for those who may be new to it), Michael's songs add a wistful and poetic thread.

Film & Television

‘Harriet’: An Overdue Celebration of An American Heroine

By Alexandra MacAaron

We may have to wait for Harriet Tubman to appear on our currency. But telling her story is long overdue. Kasi Lemmons's film is a first-rate place to start.

Film & Television

‘Modern Love’:
From The New York Times to Amazon Prime

By Alexandra MacAaron

'Modern Love' is a particularly intelligent and mature series (not really surprising, given its prestigious roots). And, with a decade and a half of essays to choose from, it can be extended for many seasons to come.

Books

Book Review: ‘The Testaments’ — Thirty Years Later, Atwood Returns to Gilead

By Alexandra MacAaron

After prolific Canadian author Margaret Atwood published 'The Handmaid's Tale' in 1985, readers had questions. What happened to the Handmaid Offred? How did Gilead come to be? You'll find answers in Atwood's thrilling new novel, 'The Testaments.'