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In what world would you look at a woman who has a movie coming out, owns her own production company, and has been nominated for an Oscar when she’s going to have a baby? Margot Robbie is one of the most sought-after actors in the world and … this is your question for her?
Then again, most women go through this. Even if you’re single, the question about when you’ll marry and have a baby looms over you like the storm cloud of your ticking biological clock. It’s bonkers, pre-historic, and it also happens to extremely successful women like Margot Robbie who are in the prime of their careers.
In an interview with Radio Times, Robbie opened up about the situation that many women face as soon as they say “I do” or frankly as soon as they reach childbearing age.
“I got married, and the first question in almost every interview is, ‘Babies? When are you having one?’ I’m so angry that there’s this social contract. You’re married, now have a baby. Don’t presume. I’ll do what I’m going to do.”
Robbie brings up a good point: Men are not asked about this. When was the last time a big Hollywood male star had a movie coming out and his interviewer’s question was “So, babies?” or “When’s baby #2?”
Sure, sometimes we ask single actors about whether or not they ever want to get married and have kids but 99% of the time, it is women who are asked about babies. Still.
The thing is, this isn’t a new thing. It’s been happening since the dawn of time. You get married, you give your husband a son to carry on the family name, if you do not maybe you are executed by royal decree so that the king could remarry. Now, in the 21st century, we’re still worrying about when women are going to give birth? How could that possibly matter when you’re sitting down to discuss a film?
Maybe that’s how we have to enact change—stand up and say “no don’t do this” even in our own lives. Be the change. Because having something like this trending on the internet, making us talk about it, forces those who would ask this question to stop and ask themselves “would I be annoyed if someone asked me this?”.
But then again, this is … common sense. Asking someone when they’re planning on having a baby is extremely invasive and unless that person is offering this information up for themselves, it isn’t your information to have. There are a plurality of factors that make this even less anyone else’s business, that intersects with sexuality, fertility, and many more off-limits topics unless the interviewee brings it up first. Also, why does it matter? It’s their life, not yours. Their imaginary baby, not yours. Their private information, not yours.
Do. Not. Ask. Women. About. Having. Children. https://t.co/PjjywOsfUB
— zoe kazan (@zoeinthecities) January 15, 2019
It took 60 years but women are finally getting asked about their projects on red carpets instead of only about their outfits so I guess the next step now is to stop asking women about babies, period. Because honestly, why is that anyone’s business anyway? Unless you’re their partner, not your concern.
Stop asking women when they’re planning on having a baby 2k19.
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In what world would you look at a woman who has a movie coming out, owns her own production company, and has been nominated for an Oscar when she’s going to have a baby? Margot Robbie is one of the most sought-after actors in the world and … this is your question for her?
Then again, most women go through this. Even if you’re single, the question about when you’ll marry and have a baby looms over you like the storm cloud of your ticking biological clock. It’s bonkers, pre-historic, and it also happens to extremely successful women like Margot Robbie who are in the prime of their careers.
In an interview with Radio Times, Robbie opened up about the situation that many women face as soon as they say “I do” or frankly as soon as they reach childbearing age.
“I got married, and the first question in almost every interview is, ‘Babies? When are you having one?’ I’m so angry that there’s this social contract. You’re married, now have a baby. Don’t presume. I’ll do what I’m going to do.”
Robbie brings up a good point: Men are not asked about this. When was the last time a big Hollywood male star had a movie coming out and his interviewer’s question was “So, babies?” or “When’s baby #2?”
Sure, sometimes we ask single actors about whether or not they ever want to get married and have kids but 99% of the time, it is women who are asked about babies. Still.
The thing is, this isn’t a new thing. It’s been happening since the dawn of time. You get married, you give your husband a son to carry on the family name, if you do not maybe you are executed by royal decree so that the king could remarry. Now, in the 21st century, we’re still worrying about when women are going to give birth? How could that possibly matter when you’re sitting down to discuss a film?
Maybe that’s how we have to enact change—stand up and say “no don’t do this” even in our own lives. Be the change. Because having something like this trending on the internet, making us talk about it, forces those who would ask this question to stop and ask themselves “would I be annoyed if someone asked me this?”.
But then again, this is … common sense. Asking someone when they’re planning on having a baby is extremely invasive and unless that person is offering this information up for themselves, it isn’t your information to have. There are a plurality of factors that make this even less anyone else’s business, that intersects with sexuality, fertility, and many more off-limits topics unless the interviewee brings it up first. Also, why does it matter? It’s their life, not yours. Their imaginary baby, not yours. Their private information, not yours.
Do. Not. Ask. Women. About. Having. Children. https://t.co/PjjywOsfUB
— zoe kazan (@zoeinthecities) January 15, 2019
It took 60 years but women are finally getting asked about their projects on red carpets instead of only about their outfits so I guess the next step now is to stop asking women about babies, period. Because honestly, why is that anyone’s business anyway? Unless you’re their partner, not your concern.
Stop asking women when they’re planning on having a baby 2k19.
(image: Christopher Polk/Getty Images)
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New Grindhouse Podcast airing 12.2.18
Happy Festivus! Welcome to the latest installment of The Grindhouse podcast powered by the Afronerd Radio Machine-airing every Sunday at 6pm eastern. Your favorite AFROnerdists are waxing about the following issues: impressions of the Widows movie starring Viola Davis and Liam Neeson; Daredevil gets canceled but the show's producer asserts that Netflix dropped the program not Disney/Marvel (what about Luke Cage, Iron Fist?); noted astrophysicist, Dr. Neil Degrasse Tyson has been accused of sexual misconduct by three women; DC annouces plans for a Blue Beetle film, hence heralding a mainstream Latinx hero for the masses; DC/WB are also reportedly looking into films focusing on Zatanna in addition to the previously annouced Supergirl and Batgirl movies; meanwhile the Man of Steel 2 and Flash films are purportedly losing steam; educator/media pundit, Dr. Marc Lamont Hill gets canned from CNN for recent remarks he made during a speech at the UN many deemed to be anti-Semitic; Blade Runner gets its an anime translation via Adult Swim for 13 episodes; more Funk with Mike Judge's Tales from the Tour Bus S2, this time highlighting James Brown parts 1 and 2 (like his records); * Some topics we forgot to discuss per the last show. And lastly, comedian Bill Burr returns to Netflix with F Is for Family, S2. Call LIVE at 646-915-9620.
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Premiering next week, The Other Two is a new comedy from Comedy Central. Created by Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider (both writers for Saturday Night Live), and starring Drew Tarver (Bajillion Dollar Propertie$) and Helene Yorke (The Night Before, Masters of Sex) as the older siblings of the latest tween sensation, Chase Dreams. The Other Two follows their trials as they climb out of their younger brother’s shadow, aiming to become successful Millennials in NYC. Molly Shannon also stars as the incredibly supportive and somewhat air-headed mother of the three.
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: Two down-on-their luck siblings try to make it in the big city. They struggle to overcome changing cultural landscapes involving the increased need for gratification through social media, dumbed down expectations of quality in artistry, and a barrage of stereotypes on stereotypes on stereotypes. Oh, and they have to be supportive to their super famous younger brother now, even though it’s tough to smile when their own lives are plummeting fast.
Keeping it 100
I’m really bored of unlikable white cis characters being annoying and incompetent in NYC.
The Other Two wants to be funny in a smart way, but without actually trying. Hot-topic issues like sexism and the reclamation of derogatory words are brought up, but all the jokes fall flat. There is little substance behind them, so it feels increasingly shallow and awkward to watch. What’s worse, is that there is little to no compassion or attachment developed for virtually any of these characters. The most sympathetic one is Chase, the poor thirteen-year-old kid. He can barely form opinions yet, but is constantly sexualized (this is another extremely uncomfortable part of the show), demeaned, and forced to perform in order to appease his family and creepy-ass manager (Ken Marino).
Tarver plays Carey, an aspiring actor who is a gay man and waits tables in NYC. He has trouble asserting himself but we see him slowly grow into vocalizing what he wants as the first season unfolds. Yorke is Brooke, a once prestigious dancer who is trying to “find their passion” while bouncing from one meaningless sexcapade to the next. She is the epitome of the annoying, lazy, white feminist.
See how this sounds? Played out? Done before? Yeah. That’s how I felt. These characters and the various plots they fumble through are so unoriginal and cringey I had to constantly take breaks in between scenes. I waited through 10 episodes for the two main adults to actually own up to their bullshit. In the end, the trip may have brought them to some kind of clarity, but I was so beaten down by the nonsense I just couldn’t bring myself to care. I mentioned before how Brooke is THAT white feminist, which they bring up in the show but they never elaborate on why she’s such a terrible person. For me, that was a giant missed opportunity to dive into the many societal nuances we tangle with on a daily basis.
I could almost say that it’s worth the drudgery for the genuine moments of love and care shown between the siblings, but the trite narratives and dialogue aren’t enough for me to sincerely recommend this show to anyone. If it’s on while you’re home alone and not sober, perhaps give it a try. For me, personally, I was bored…which is probably the biggest sin a comedy show can commit.
Available for viewing January 24th, The Other Two is on at 10:30/9:30 central time.
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