The Golden Globes and The Time’s up movement didn’t just change the face of Hollywood, it started a conversation against patriarchy.
The 75th Annual Golden Globes was a crucial night for Hollywood. Numerous members of the industry showed up wearing black gowns and suits which was revealed to be connected to the Time’s Up movement in the industry, which is supported by numerous industry members and activists. The Time’s Up movement was created to fight against sexual harassment. From the awkward uneasiness of the men at the event to the strength showcased by the women in their speeches and interviews, the awards show was indefinitely highlighting two major themes.
Unity is Strength
I don’t know about you but when I watched the Golden Globes, all I felt was girl power.
The power of the #Metoo and the #TimesUp movement gained prominence when other females realized that the sexual assault and the disadvantages which they suffered from was not only happening to them. Sometimes we silence our stories when we feel like they will only make things worst and not cause change. The times up movement’s demonstration at the Golden Globes seeked to radicalize and hasten the nonchalant nature of the conversation in Hollywood. The whole underlying understanding of the industry’s patriarchy and lack of position on sexual violence and consent and how it is often being silenced. When stories began to be echoed, it became hard to ignore and the conversation for change began. This preached the common narrative of “United We Stand, Divided We Fall”
Sexual Assault isn’t just a Hollywood issue, it is a social problem.
All of the speeches showcased called for a change in socialization. However, I believe that Oprah Winfrey’s speech perfectly solidifies the stance of the movement and the resurgence, not only of feminism but rather a social change.
Oprah Winfrey’s acceptance of the Cecil B. de Mille Award stood for a crazy shift in ‘white-washed’ Hollywood. She was the first black woman to receive that award.
Let’s pause for a minute and appreciate the queen that is Oprah.
Her speech however, extended the scope of the conversation. In her profound speech, she mentioned that they seek to give a voice to voiceless; those whose stories aren’t being told. From women in gender-marginalized fields to women in economically disadvantaged situations. It leads individuals into remembering that the issue of sexual harassment is more global than it is regional and this is problematic.
“For too long, women have not been heard or believed if they dare speak the truth to the power of those men. But their time is up. Their time is up.” – Oprah Winfrey
The Golden Globes gave women, like myself, the belief that change is on coming. In the words of the Queen, Oprah, “A NEW DAY IS ON THE HORIZON”.