17 Empowering Movies and Documentaries to Inspire You This Women's History Month

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefBrent Renaud, a U.S. filmmaker and journalist, was killed in Kyiv, Ukraine on Sunday, while reporting on the Russian invasion of the country.

Want to hit back at Kanye West‘s bullying and harassment? Living well is the best revenge, and that’s what Pim’s Instagram debut is all about!

Women's History Month is the perfect time to learn about the powerful women who blazed trails and broke through glass ceilings to build us a better world. Though huge strides have been made, we still have quite a ways to go before we achieve equality between the sexes.This disparity is extremely apparent in the movie industry.

Sofia Vergara took to social media to honor the “badass women” who inspired her. The Colombian actress shared a great Women’s History Month post highlighting Heidi Klum, the late Betty White, and some of her Modern Family co-stars.“To kick off Women’s History Month, I want to highlight some of the most bada$$ women I know. They’ve inspired me, encouraged me to challenge the norms (especially in Hollywood), and broken plenty of glass ceilings.

Dr. Seuss, the children’s book author who was a major supplier of content for television and film through such characters as The Grinch, the Cat in the Hat, and Horton Hears a Who, will be making a comeback of sorts in a new line of books.

Mary J. Blige is expanding her empire.

Mary J. Blige has re-teamed with Lifetime to executive produce Real Love, a new original film inspired by her hit ’90s song of the same name. Blige will executive produce via her Blue Butterfly production banner, alongside Ashaunna Ayars and Nicole Jackson.

Strong Leading Ladies (Characters that reflect us, empower us, and challenge us.)History-MakersShe Delivers (Overlooked and underrated performances.)Directed by HerEmmy® WinnersWomen in Entertainment Trivia (Titles will include the below.)Spotlight on Black WomenBreaking Boundaries (Those who pushed queer representation forward.)Owning the Stage (Fiercely funny, refreshingly original.)Es Nuestro Tiempo (She believed she could, entonces lo hizo.)TV Shows Created by WomenMust-Watch Asian & Pacific Islander PicksIn Her Words (Women telling their own stories, on their terms.)She’s Unstoppable

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are marking Women’s History Month.

Netflix is back with another true crime series. And this time it focuses on four harrowing tales of nightmare housemates.

Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation has announced it will be giving a grant to one of Meghan's longstanding patronages – Smart Works.The Duchess became patron of the UK charity in January 2019, which helps to give women the confidence they need to reach their full potential, secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives.Archewell Foundation's support will help enable the creation of a vital upcoming research project for Smart Works, focusing on the data around female unemployment in the UK and the challenges faced by the women the charity supports.READ: Meghan Markle releases passionate statement to mark Black History MonthWATCH: Duke and Duchess of Sussex accept prestigious NAACP awardThe Smart Works Female Unemployment Index will look at unemployment issues that affect women across the UK, with the aim of creating an annual benchmark against which progress and change can be tracked.

Black History Month, we have put together a round-up of some of the podcasts that are on our radar and in our ears. These podcasts and their hosts -- ranging from 's Yvonne Orji and MSNBC's Joy-Ann Reid, to Chad Ochocinco and many more -- tap into the Black experience in many ways. Whether they’re examining the latest news in pop culture, making us lead healthier lives, making us talk, or most importantly, just making us listen, scroll through to find out more about our favorite podcasts!- Kid Fury and Crissle give their weekly hot takes on pop culture, Black culture and Beyoncé.

The first look at Kevin McGarry and Kayla Wallace‘s upcoming Hallmark Channel movie is finally here!

Black History Month is nearly over but Amber Ruffin is celebrating after returning from hiatus.

Wilson Chapman editorAs chairman of the Universal Studio Group, Pearlena Igbokwe is the first Black woman to run a major television studio. But when she got her start, she had no connections in the entertainment industry, little information about how to break into the business and very few mentors to look up too.

Black History Month, we've put together a playlist of songs that have moved the needle of the culture, documented the times, inspired or have just moved us to dance. Often imitated, but never duplicated, these songs have become a staple in communities, households and even history.

Stacey Morris As an African American, I cannot discuss Black history without mentioning the direct influence it has on the fabric of my existence. As a Black female barber-stylist, by profession, I reflect on the history of Black barbers and barbershops, as well as my progenitors that pioneered a historical pathway.Amidst many social changes that transpired in the 19th century, Black-owned and operated barbershops catered most to white patrons.

man’s now-deleted Instagram account, but was re-shared Tuesday to the left-leaning watchdog account Patriot Takes, where it’s amassed over 66,000 views.In the shocking footage, captioned “distrubing,” right-wing rabble-rouser Ethan Schmidt can be seen berating a clerk at the discount store Five Below, where they appear to be selling clothing emblazoned with BHM slogans.“This is like very disturbing to me … Like, the Black History and then the LGBT stuff,” Schmidt says to the bewildered female employee, who’s folding clothes at the counter. “Like, why don’t they have like white history month and like why don’t they celebrate straight pride?” He adds, “Why aren’t they more inclusive?”“It’s disturbing, man.

Kerry Washington pays tribute to Rosa Parks for Black History Month in a unique way. The actress transformed herself into some trailblazing figures in history, including Rosa Parks, Olympian Wilma Rudolph, and supermodel Beverly Johnson.“Back with some more #BlackHERstory! This time celebrating THE Rosa Parks,” the star wrote, alongside a picture of her dressed as Parks. “A lot of people think that Rosa’s activism started with her refusing to give up her seat on the bus.