I try to do what is right: Judd Apatow on feminism

Image
Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Last Updated : Aug 09 2017 | 9:22 AM IST
Filmmaker Judd Apatow said women feature prominently in his films and TV shows, because he tries to do what is right whenever he gets the opportunity.
The 49-year-old producer of the Lena Dunham-fronted TV show "Girls" said he does not see himself as a feminist in the strictest terms.
"I don't, at least not in those terms. I just try to do what's right whenever I see the opportunity. I'm sure I make mistakes. But I'm not working with Lena because I want women to do better; I'm working with Lena because she's so inspiring," he told Vulture when asked if he considered himself a feminist.
Talking about his hit drama "Bridesmaids", Apatow said he did not start the film thinking that it will "open doors" for women.
"With 'Bridesmaids', I never thought, It'd be great if there was a movie that starred a lot of women and maybe that will help open some doors. It's great if that ends up happening, but that sort of thinking is never the starting point.
"Same thing with 'The Big Sick'. I'm not thinking about representing minorities. I'm not thinking about society. I'm thinking, no one else's ever made a movie about someone like this. That means it's not going to be hacky. It'll be new. Now let's make it great," he said.

Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content

*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Aug 09 2017 | 9:22 AM IST

Next Story