GIRLCRUSH BEING AWESOME.

[rogueslayer452]

Emily Browning defends Sucker Punch from the harsh "sexism" criticism.

But Browning, 22, is adamant she doesn't agree with accusations the film objectifies women, telling Britain's BBC, "I find the idea that it's sexist really bizarre. The sexism is within the story of the film. Within the brothel, the girls are being objectified but that doesn't mean the film is doing the same. It's really about these girls breaking free."

Girlfriend speaks the truth, and it's kind of sad that it needs to be said because it's sort of obvious that while it's present in the story the film never, ever advocates sexism against women. That's like accusing Harry Potter of teaching witchcraft to kids and completely missing the point of what the story is actually about. But I'm glad that Emily Browning has her head on her shoulders and doesn't really mind that there's criticism. It's being talked about, whether positive or negative, it's getting a reaction from people. Thankfully, I'm seeing more positivity from others now that they've actually seen the film instead of relying on critic reviews or pre-judging based on trailers or other people's opinions.

This isn't the first time Emily Browning is very adamant about her opinions. She also recently exclaimed her outrage over the MPAA forcing Zack Snyder to cut a particular scene which would show her character being comfortable and in control over her sexuality. They deemed it unacceptable and she called them out on such idiocy, and I love her even more for it.

I just love Emily Browning the more I see her interviews, okay? ♥

Comments

[kalikahuntress.livejournal.com]

Rock on Emily. I probably wont be seeing this film anytime soon, not in the mood for a gloomy film but i do plan on seeing it one day. And yeah the MPAA are fucking dinosaurs.

[rogueslayer452.livejournal.com]

It's not technically "gloomy", just more bittersweet hidden underneath a lot of action-fantasy. But yeah, definitely check it out whenever you can because it really is kickass and amazing. Emily does a fantastic job in the role, the entire cast meshes really well in fact, and I'm happy that Emily loves the movie as much as she does to speak out on things like this.

[kalikahuntress.livejournal.com]

I just recently overdosed on really dark fantasy novels and not so happy TV shows and movies, so I think it will be a while before I see Sucker Punch. I want to punch the MPAA for thinking that women should act a certain way, especially women who are in situations where their power of choice is taken from them. Her having sex with someone of her own choosing, that she wants tp be with is important and fuck the MPAA for excluding that.
Arrgh, I am as pissed as Emily about this.