Ashley Judd says ‘Heat’ is a ‘reflection of reality, and reality is problematic’; addresses change in cinema

Ashley Judd, reflecting on her filmography, expressed concerns about the portrayal of women in older movies, including her iconic role in 'Heat'. She noted that while context is important, the depiction of female characters in some past works was inaccurate. Judd believes male sexual violence should not be presented as entertainment, a sentiment she applies when re-evaluating her filmography.

Ashley Judd says ‘Heat’ is a ‘reflection of reality, and reality is problematic’; addresses change in cinema
Ashley Judd, reflecting on her filmography, expressed concerns about the portrayal of women in older movies, including her iconic role in 'Heat'. She noted that while context is important, the depiction of female characters in some past works was inaccurate. Judd believes male sexual violence should not be presented as entertainment, a sentiment she applies when re-evaluating her filmography.