Naomi McDougall Jones
Filmmaker | Advocacy for Women in Hollywood
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Naomi McDougall Jones is an award-winning filmmaker and author committed to increasing representation of women in the entertainment industry. Her documentary 'The Unknown Country' chronicled the challenges female directors face in Hollywood, while her novel 'The Difference Between You and Me' explored gender dynamics in the film business.
Jones co-founded the Athena Film Festival to showcase stories by and about powerful women. Her keynotes inspire audiences to challenge industry biases and champion more diverse narratives on screen.
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What it's like to be a woman in Hollywood
What we see in movies matters: it affects our hobbies, our career choices, our emotions and even our identities. Right now, we don't see enough women on screen or behind the camera -- but waiting for Hollywood to grow a conscience isn't going to fix the problem, says Naomi McDougall Jones. Join forces with the actor and activist as she outlines her four-point plan for a total representation revolution in Hollywood.
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