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2024 Oscars spotlight progress, struggles for women in film

The 96th annual Academy Awards could be considered a milestone for women in film, with women filmmakers setting a record in the Best Picture category. But the past year also highlighted ongoing struggles in diversity, equal pay and equal opportunities for women in the industry. Rebecca Sun, senior editor of diversity and inclusion for The Hollywood Reporter, joins Laura Barrón-López to discuss.

2024 Oscars spotlight progress, struggles for women in film

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