Politics in the Spotlight at Women In Film Crystal + Lucy Awards
Jun15

Politics in the Spotlight at Women In Film Crystal + Lucy Awards

With “Wonder Woman” still lording over everything and everyone else at the box office, the timing could not have been more perfect for Women In Film’s 2017 Crystal + Lucy Awards, which honor femmes in filmmaking and television. But the honorees are not restricted to women, as the organization has a long history, going back to 1977, of praising people at its annual gala who lead by example in advocating gender parity – and excellence –...

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Blanchett, Washington, Longoria Make For an Exceptional Night at Women in Film Awards
Jun16

Blanchett, Washington, Longoria Make For an Exceptional Night at Women in Film Awards

Exceptional. That was the theme of the Women in Film 2014 Crystal + Lucy Awards on June 11, held at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza’s California Ballroom.   Hosted by actress Tracee Ellis Ross, the gala event raised funds for WIF’s educational and philanthropic programs and honored Cate Blanchett with the Crystal Award for Excellence in Film and Kerry Washington with the prestigious Lucy Award for Excellence in Television.  ...

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Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards Encompass Mad Women, Star Wars and the Bling Ring
Jun17

Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards Encompass Mad Women, Star Wars and the Bling Ring

Although it is their male counterparts who get title billing, it was the women of “Mad Men” who took center stage at the Women in Film 2013 Crystal + Lucy Awards in Beverly Hills on June 12, which also marked the landmark occasion of WIF’s 40th anniversary.   Elisabeth Moss, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, Jessica Paré and Kiernan Shipka were honored with the Lucy Award for Excellence in Television, which since...

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What do Annette Bening and Katie Holmes Have in Common, Aside from Star Husbands?
Jun20

What do Annette Bening and Katie Holmes Have in Common, Aside from Star Husbands?

Warren Beatty was there, Tom Cruise wasn’t as their illustrious wives took center stage at the Women in Film 2011 Crystal + Lucy Awards in Beverly Hills. Hosted by Melissa McCarthy of “Bridesmaids” and the CBS hit show “Mike and Molly,” the gala event honored Annette Benning with the Crystal Award, Katie Holmes received the MaxMara Face of the Future Award, CBS Entertainment president Nina Tassler, “How I...

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