Articles by Taraneh Ghajar Jerven
Beware the betrayal of women in politics
Taraneh Ghajar Jerven is disappointed with George Clooney's new film which renders women insignificant both on-screen and in politics
Taraneh Ghajar Jerven // 4 November 2011
Forget the Dude: this is a woman's story
In an age when girl avengers are preferred to adults, 14-year-old Mattie Ross evolves admirably from ferocious teen to formidable woman, says Taraneh Ghajar Jerven. But why bother creating a 3D character if she's omitted from the previews?
Taraneh Ghajar Jerven // 12 February 2011
Categories: Films
Burlesque: stripped of authenticity?
Director Steven Antin's attempts to differentiate between wholesome teasing and tawdry stripping have provoked objections from the neo-burlesque community. At stake: the definition of the art, the answer to the empowerment v. misogyny debate and whether or not anyone should see the film, says Taraneh Ghajar Jerven
Taraneh Ghajar Jerven // 6 January 2011
Categories: Films
Eat Pray Love: consumerism is not empowerment
By selling her travel experience as a path to wellness, Elizabeth Gilbert's trip becomes part of the predatory self-help industry, marketed specifically toward women, argues Taraneh Ghajar Jerven
Taraneh Ghajar Jerven // 4 November 2010
Categories: Films
