A recent dip in female-led theatrical releases in the UK - back to 2018 levels of 26% reminds us that our work is far from over; that we cannot be complacent.
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Below you can read about the research we conduct into gender representation in film and the wider industry, tracking the release landscape to present an accurate picture of investment in films by filmmakers of marginalised genders.
Here you can also find out about news and opportunities at Reclaim The Frame, along with curated film recommendations, filmmaker interviews, and creative responses.
We’re thrilled to be bringing our Beyond the Binary to Cannes, further spearheading ongoing conversations promoting trans allyship in the sector.Â
In partnership with BFI Inclusion and Women and Hollywood, and as part of Marché du Film 2025 conference programme, our director Melanie Iredale will be co-hosting ‘Beyond the Binary: Best Practices for a Gender Inclusive Industry’.Â
Trans and non-binary professionals are marginalised in film, and while the current sociopolitical context presents new challenges, the industry is exploring ways to be more inclusive. Join this much-needed conversation around allyship and how we can all create better practices.
This panel is led by the BFI, Reclaim The Frame and Women and Hollywood.
Speakers:Â
Amrou Al-Kadhi (they/them) | filmmaker (LAYLA), writer (LIFE AS A UNICORN) and performerÂ
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Chica Andrade (she/her) | writer and director (WE ARE ALL HERE, HOUSE OF HILTON) and former Board member of Association of Trans Professionals in Audiovisual
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Kiyoko McCrae (she/her) | Program Director, Chicken & Egg Films
Moderator:Â
Tricia Tuttle (she/her)Â | Festival Director, Berlinale
Hosts:Â
Melanie Iredale (she/her) | Director, Reclaim The FrameÂ
Melissa Silverstein (she/her) | Founder, Women and HollywoodÂ
Please join us, together with filmmakers and industry professionals on May 17, 2025, 15:30 - 16:30 GMT+2 at Palais Stage (Palais -1).
The event is open to those with festival accreditation, and will be available as a livestream online for pass holders.
