Turner Classic Movies (TCM) and Women In Film Los Angeles Announce Multi-Year Partnership

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) and Women In Film (WIF) Los Angeles have joined forces for a multi-year partnership dedicated to raising awareness about the lack of gender equality in the industry and celebrating the achievements of women in film. Beginning in fall of 2015, TCM will kick off a three-year commitment each October with an extensive on-air programming initiative created to raise awareness about the historical contributions of women working behind the camera, shining a spotlight on the current lack of women in positions of power in the film business, and promoting resources that empower them to more fully participate in the industry. Women in Film Los Angeles will partner with TCM throughout this programming initiative to offer research and resources that illuminate the current roles women play in the film industry and promote tools to assist women filmmakers in furthering their careers and the art form. 

"The issue of gender inequality in the film industry is both timely and immensely important to shine a light on, and through this programming effort TCM is proactively taking a deeper look at the role of women in our industry as well as providing insight and resources to inspire more women filmmakers," said Jennifer Dorian, general manager of TCM. "We're thrilled to partner with such a well-respected organization as Women in Film in order to address and promote the empowerment of women in our industry."

"Women In Film is honored to have TCM as our partner," said WIF President, Cathy Schulman. "For years, I have dreamed of having a network reach out to our organization with a true interest in our advocacy and the ability to collaborate on programming that will reach audiences everywhere. Now, thanks to TCM, that dream is real."