Girlhood

Girlhood

Reece, Allie

Girlhood is a visceral exploration of the collective grief, anger, and resolve many women across America experienced in the wake of the election. At its heart, the film centers on the fight for bodily autonomy, exploring how the rise of sexist rhetoric and restrictive policies threaten the rights we have fought so hard to secure. It’s a raw reflection of an ongoing struggle, as we witness an alarming rise of sexist rhetoric and increasingly restrictive policies that threaten to erase hard-won rights. Through this lens, the film delves into the dystopian undercurrents of a society that seems to be moving backward, embracing a dangerous, conservative agenda. But in the face of this escalating oppression, Girlhood also embodies a message of defiance and solidarity. It is a call to arms—reminding us that while the fight may be long and painful, we are not powerless. We stand on the shoulders of those who come before us. This film refuses to accept a future that seeks to silence, harm, or abuse us. Instead, it affirms that we will continue to rise, to resist, and to fight for the rights and voices we deserve… always forward, never back.

2025