Modern cinema has presented us with so many wonderful leading female characters. These characters have broken away from their stereotypes and became more than just side chicks or supporting characters.
Here are some movies about women who are ambitious, determined, daring, relentless, and much more. These women are everything from sassy to serious, exciting to inspiring, playful to intense.
In A World… (2013)
⌛1h 33m ⭐6.7/10
Carol Solomon is a struggling vocal coach. When she finally started making her mark in the movie trailer voice-over industry, she is devastated to realize that her own arrogant, famous father is her biggest competition. As he is eyeing the same big project she hopes to win, what will Carol do to survive?!
Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
⌛ 1h 41m ⭐7.6/10
We all need more of Olive’s confidence. She is chubby, bespectacled and fabulous. there may be moments when she might doubt it. But she knows that there is no one actually like her.
Tiny Furniture (2010)
⌛1h 33m ⭐6.7/10
Aura is a graduate of film school. With no clue on where to go next in her career., Aura takes a job in a restaurant. From there, it is her unsuccessful attempts to develop relationships with men, including a chef and a cult Internet star.
Begin Again (2013)
⌛1h 45m ⭐7.5/10
Gretta is cruelly dumped by her long-time boyfriend. The reason is that he finds famous in the music industry and she is still struggling. With her biggest inspiration and songwriting partner gone, she feels alone and heartbroken in the big city. However, things change for the good as she meets an ex-record label executive. The two sets off a musical and personal journey that change their lives.
Thelma and Louise (1991)
⌛ 2h 10m⭐ 7.5/10
If you haven’t seen this one, you are missing out on the best there is. This movie is iconic for so many reasons. No other movie has ever represented the power of female friendship and support like this one. Two women are on a road trip, taking a break from their day-to-day life. However, things took a wrong turn and now they have to face the whole world, with no one to help expect themselves.
Joy (2015)
⌛2h 4m ⭐6.6/10
Joy has a story that spans across four generations. She is a woman who builds a massive business dynasty and becomes a matriarch figure. The film takes us through the many stages of her life- from innocence to betrayal to power. It is through her unwavering strength and determination she takes herself to the top.
Rachel Getting Married (2008)
⌛1h 54m ⭐6.7/10
After being in rehab, Kym makes it back home to her sister Rachel’s wedding. She has been trying to overcome her addiction problems for a long time. However, she cannot overcome it with deep guilt within her from a horrible tragedy. The wedding makes her feel isolated and judged. She eventually bursts out and conflicts with her family and friends.
Camp X-Ray (2014)
⌛1h 54m ⭐6.9/10
For any woman being in the military can be a tough job. But, when a woman is assigned as a guard at maximum-security prison, thing can be even tougher. Though she tries to overcome the adversities with an unusual friendship with one of the inmates, it leads to many ethical problems.
Tracks (2013)
⌛2h 00m ⭐7.2/10
This is a truly stunning film in every way. Robyn Davidson leaves her city life behind and makes an existential quest through the vast Australian desert. She travels over 2000 miles with a dog and 4 camels. Her epic journey makes her discover herself.
