Cinema Femme’s Top 10 Films of 2025

I often think about a particular scene from the second series of “Fleabag” as the year draws to a close. Kristin Scott Thomas’s character, Belinda, is at a bar with the show’s titular heroine (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) after winning an award. Their discussion, however, steers away from her esteemed accomplishment and instead focuses on menopause, celebrating […]

Lisa D’Apolito on her timely documentary “Shari & Lamb Chop”

In an entertainment industry often dominated by tragic or incomplete narratives about women, Lisa D’Apolito’s documentary, “Shari & Lamb Chop,” offers a refreshing and comprehensive look at an inspiring woman who profoundly impacted generations. Long before Fred Rogers and Jim Henson, Shari Lewis, a pioneer in children’s television, captivated audiences with her whimsical characters and […]