Top 10 Reasons I Imagine Some Men Have for Thinking Women Aren't Funny

Why do so many men seem to think that women are inherently less funny than men? I don't know. I think those particular people are just... think of a very rude word and you'll probably get my drift. Here's a list of the top 10 reasons I imagine some men have for thinking women aren't funny (from the point of view of a [insert rude word here] man).

10) The whole point of humor is to impress women. Men like male comics because we can use their jokes to get women. How can I land a chick by talking about menstrual cycles?

9) Women tell jokes about their lady parts. Men don't understand lady parts. All we know is that we want to see them.

8) Men have to go out and earn a living, so we know things. Women only know about housework. That's boring for men. We don't care about your new vacuum cleaner as long as the carpet is clean.

7) Wit is a sign of intelligence. Come on... everybody knows men are smartest.

6) Men and women are just good at different things, that's all. Women are good at women things. Men are good at all things.

Indie Film Reviews by Char Hardin

Back in 2010 I rekindled a romance with an old lover, the horror genre. I wrote and produced a short film called “Scream Machine” and my husband and producing partner, Tim Aldridge, directed it. I was then welcomed into yet another filmmaking circle, the women in horror circle. And, in particular, by this amazing journalist, Char Hardin, who interviewed me and reviewed my film. If you think us funny gals are welcoming, just wait until you step in the bloody pool of genre filmmaking.

I highly recommend experimenting with other genres and getting out of your comfort zone as an artist. So, if like me, you have experimented with horror, thriller or genre blending (I have to say I have soft spot in my heart for horror/comedies), keep Char in mind for reviews.

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Rachel Weisz in THE WHISTLEBLOWER - She has a gun!

I’m going to keep it short and sweet this week and not subject you to my bad jokes!  The focus of today’s list is recent festival films directed by women.  Most of these did have digital/theatrical releases, but they often flew under the radar. They’re good films that deserve an audience, so let’s put them in our queues and give them a new life!  These are all available via Netflix streaming, so it couldn't be easier!

The Whistleblower (dir Larysa Kondracki, 2010)  Netflix says: "Sent to Bosnia in the aftermath of civil war, an American policewoman uncovers evidence that U.N. peacekeepers are covering up sex trafficking. But when she brings her findings to light, she learns that her foes are more powerful than the law."  After watching this at the Athena Film Festival in 2012 I remember thinking, “Why haven’t I heard about this film before?!"  It’s a really solid film, with a great performance by Rachel Weisz, on a really compelling topic.  I don’t get why it didn’t receive more attention!

From Christine Jeffs and Megan Holley, Sunshine Cleaning is the Perfect Warm-Hearted Dark Comedy For Sisters, Mothers, and Daughters

Last week I wrote an article about “Little Miss Sunshine” and it got me thinking about the film “Sunshine Cleaning.” Now “Sunshine Cleaning” is from the producers of “Little Miss Sunshine”, it also stars Alan Arkin, and, you know, the word sunshine is in the title. However, the biggest similarity between the movies is the theme of self-realization. Both films feature characters basically trying to sort shit out. Who are they? What do they want? Why are they hurting themselves or the people who love them?

The key difference between the films is that “Sunshine Cleaning” is more focused on women. Amy Adams and Emily Blunt play sisters, Rose and Norah, who are both stuck in their own lives.  Rose (Adams) is still thriving on the memory of her High School glory and Norah (Blunt) has no idea what she wants, and can’t move past the death of her mother. The film shows the way we sometimes need to see ourselves through other people in order to move forward. And more importantly, that failure is an important part of success.

The sisters begin a business cleaning up crime scenes in order to send Rose’s son to private school. The film focuses on Rose’s struggle to be a good mother, sister and daughter, and Norah’s struggle to begin her life. When everyone around you is falling apart, how do you keep yourself together?

The film was directed by Christine Jeffs and written by Megan Holley. The style of humor is similar to “Little Miss Sunshine” only with some romantic elements. But really it’s just a film about people finding themselves. There’s a relatable warmth and pain to the story, it’s smart, and it came out over four years ago and if I watched it today it would still feel new. If you’re looking for something to watch this weekend, I recommend it. It used to be on Netflix Instant and On Demand, so keep a look out for it,  hopefully they bring it back.

Dynamic Duos: Funny Female Twosomes

Recently one of my Facebook friends posted a video from an early season of SNL. It featured two of my favorite female comedic actresses Madeline Kahn and Gilda Radner. Though not normally a comedic duo, if I were to draft a female fantasy league of funny, these two would be my star players. Along with this dynamic duo I have pulled some clips of some other fabulously funny female twosomes.

Films by and about amazing women are celebrated in #SheDocs.

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This month only!

March is our month broads! And to celebrate women’s history month, PBS (in conjunction with Woman and Girls Lead) is streaming 10 independent documentaries that tell inspiring stories of women and girls defying incredible odds to make a difference. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll be inspired. These filmmakers put their passion on the screen in these moving films that are available to watch online from March 1-31^st right here… http://www.itvs.org/women-and-girls-lead/shedocs

Top 10 Reasons Women Make Excellent Comedy Writers

I read an article recently that was kind of a bummer, because it mentioned that many men in power within the entertainment industry don't think women are as funny as men, so they don't see a need to hire them as writers on comedy shows.  Poo poo on them, is what I say. (Also, please hire me and I will gladly prove you wrong, sir.) Another thing I say? Here are the Top 10 reasons women make excellent comedy writers:

10) Women are humans. Unlike, say, dolphins, humans have thumbs and are able to hold utensils that can be used to write comedy (pens, pencils, etc.).

9) Women speak a language. I'm generalizing, of course. Some woman somewhere does not comprehend any language known to our species. Overall, though, I'd say it's a safe bet to assume most women speak at least one language.

8) Women can talk. Sitcom stories are usually broken in a room with several writers sitting around a table talking. Women can talk. Oh, my, can we talk.

7) Women have senses of humor. What?! Yes, I've said it. Not every person who laughs at a joke has a penis.

6) Women have relationships with other people. One important component to being a good writer, comedy or otherwise, is some sort of understanding for how people interact with one another. Interacting with people is a good way to learn how people interact.