Bechdel and Mako Mori – raising the profile of female characters in movies

There’s a reason I’ve recently started identifying as to whether movies pass or fail the Bechdel Test.  I’ve recently been re-evaluating my standpoint on a lot of issues, reactions, and situations in light of discovering just how privileged and entitled a life I’ve led.  And a lot has been made, particularly in the last few years, about the lack of diversity in the movie industry.  This was typified by this year’s Oscars.

You may have already noted that I have also adopted the Mako Mori test.  So, for those who don’t know, here is the scoop.

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