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Costume Dramas to Enjoy this Winter – No Corsets Required

By Alexandra MacAaron

For the last six years, on Sunday evenings, I’ve pretty much lived at 'Downton Abbey.' So what to do, as it nears its end? Luckily, those of us who relish costume dramas can find consolation on our televisions or computer screens.

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Wednesday 5: Women on Screen

By Women's Voices For Change

The Hollywood Reporter brings together six incredible actresses from films in 2013 in a dynamic roundtable discussion; five Oscar-worthy documentaries directed by black women filmmakers; the culture of trauma and victimization increasingly evident in Downton Abbey; an inspiring commerical by Bing on even more inspiring women; and director Jane Campion leads the Cannes 2014 jury.

Food & Drink

Ro’s Recipes: Quick Chicken Curry

By Ro Howe

Here’s the curry I’ll be serving this weekend as friends gather to watch the latest episode of "Downton Abbey."

Film & Television

It’s Old Money vs. New in ‘The Gilded Age’

By Alexandra MacAaron

'The Gilded Age' raises questions of human nature and acute observations about so-called progress and the inevitability of change.

Film & Television

Historical Figures, Hysterical Television

By Alexandra MacAaron

Both 'The Great' and 'Dickinson' bring history to life in ways that may feel inappropriate — if not sacrilegious — to purists.

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‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Season Four:
June is Busting Out All Over

By Alexandra MacAaron

As a feminist living through the past few years, 'The Handmaid’s Tale' provides a startling object lesson in what could happen if/when women are seen as “less than” and as mere “vessels” for the unborn.

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Have Yourself a Streaming Little Christmas

By Alexandra MacAaron

This year, with so many of us spending the season safe at home, it’s a great time to revisit childhood treasures, rewatch classic titles, or discover new ones.

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‘The Queen’s Gambit’: Netflix and Thrill

By Alexandra MacAaron

'The Queen’s Gambit' is one of the best things we’ve seen in a long time. It’s smart, gorgeous, moving, and — against all odds — thrilling.

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Netflix Revisits Manderley in New Film Rebecca

By Alexandra MacAaron

Whether it was a deliberate choice or a happy coincidence, I think the new 'Rebecca’s' raison d’etre is actually Kristin Scott Thomas as Mrs. Danvers.

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Tales of Women in Wartime

By Alexandra MacAaron

These masterful programs bring the war heroes (or, more precisely, heroines) behind the frontlines to life in memorable ways.

Film & Television

Women’s Voices on the Small Screen: A Half-Dozen Shows to Watch

By Alexandra MacAaron

Support women's work on some of the best shows streaming on the on-demand services Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and Disney+.

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‘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.

Film & Television

Vita & Virginia: Literary Love Story Lacks Spark

By Alexandra MacAaron

'Vita & Virginia' is lovely to look at, and the content is interesting from both historical and literary perspectives. But, the relationship at its center is never quite as all-consuming as it should be.

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Four Weddings, A Funeral, and Two Streaming Duds

By Alexandra MacAaron

Over the last several years, we've had the opportunity to promote a number of smart, mature, and women-centric originals on streaming services Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu.

Film & Television

As ‘The Chaperone,’ Elizabeth McGovern
Comes of Age — in Middle Age

By Alexandra MacAaron

'The Chaperone' is a story about a woman who is changing alongside a changing country, making discoveries about herself in late middle age.

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Costume Dramas to Enjoy this Winter – No Corsets Required

Wednesday 5: Women on Screen

Ro’s Recipes: Quick Chicken Curry

It’s Old Money vs. New in ‘The Gilded Age’

Historical Figures, Hysterical Television

‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Season Four:
June is Busting Out All Over

Have Yourself a Streaming Little Christmas

‘The Queen’s Gambit’: Netflix and Thrill

Netflix Revisits Manderley in New Film Rebecca

Tales of Women in Wartime

Women’s Voices on the Small Screen: A Half-Dozen Shows to Watch

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

Vita & Virginia: Literary Love Story Lacks Spark

Four Weddings, A Funeral, and Two Streaming Duds

As ‘The Chaperone,’ Elizabeth McGovern
Comes of Age — in Middle Age

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