Michael Caine: Women in Hollywood are safer following Weinstein scandal

Sir Michael Caine has said he is still learning the true impact of the “casting couch” in the wake of the Harvey Weinstein scandal.

The veteran actor said the propositioning of budding female actors had been “almost a joke” in the industry, adding that he had been too powerless to help others when he was starting out in film.

Speaking to Radio Times Magazine, Sir Michael has said he is learning about the struggles of women in the industry, and said that one positive to come from the Weinstein scandal is that no producer would now “do anything sexually”. read more »

'It was like hell': California hotel workers break their silence on abuse

Staff at upscale Terranea Resort claim they were subject to repeated sexual harassment as California bill to end abuse stalls.

Just outside of Los Angeles in Ranchos Palos Verdes, the Terranea Resort boasts fine dining, a golf course, scenic beachfront views, and accommodations ranging from luxury guest rooms to private, secluded villas. While it may be a paradise for guests, resort workers claim they are subjected to a culture that has enabled sexual harassment and sexual assault. read more »

Natalie Portman’s Step-by-Step Guide on How to Topple the Patriarchy (Watch)

Natalie Portman did not hold back in her acceptance speech at Variety’s Power of Women event presented by Lifetime, making the case for improving efforts to ensure gender parity across industries.

After shouting out Time’s Up’s new CEO and president, Lisa Borders, the “Vox Lux” actress kicked off a speech centered around seven guidelines that she advised the audience to abide by, ranging from not depicting violence against women in the projects they’re involved in to donating to Time’s Up to hiring three women in positions that they don’t ordinarily occupy. read more »