As a fan who has admired Florence Pugh‘s journey and growth in Hollywood for quite some time now, I wholeheartedly applaud her bravery and honesty. Her insights into the industry’s treatment of women are both enlightening and disheartening, reflecting an experience shared by many young women striving to make a mark.
Florence Pugh is reflecting on why it’s “exhausting” being a woman in the industry.
In a Sunday interview with “The Times,” the actress from “We Live in Time” openly shared her views on the treatment of women in Hollywood, explaining why she’s consistently chosen to buck tradition.
Pugh stated, ‘I’m not unkind, I strive to be seen as compassionate. However, there are delicate boundaries women must navigate to avoid being labeled a diva, demanding, or problematic.’ She added, ‘I don’t want to conform to stereotypes set by others, and it can be tiresome for young women in this industry, let alone many others. Yet, I have always been supported to use my voice.’
Reflecting back over my decade-long journey in this field, I can’t help but recall the media headlines surrounding Keira Knightley, highlighting the unfortunate ease with which women were criticized for their appearances. As a fan, it’s disheartening to witness such instances.
She explained, “Look, not everybody has legs that go on for days. I remember watching this industry and feeling that I wasn’t represented. I remember godawful headlines about how Keira Knightley isn’t thin anymore, or watching women getting torn apart despite being talented and beautiful. The only thing people want to talk about is some useless crap about how they look. And so I didn’t care to abide by those rules. I’ve loved challenging ideas I don’t like.”
Throughout her professional journey, Pugh has strived to question and redefine societal perceptions of women, as well as the stereotypes surrounding their appearance, by vocalizing why such judgments are unjustified.
She explained that her intention wasn’t to provoke or argue, but simply to be present and create an environment where a different aspect of herself could emerge, one not defined by past roles.
No matter if she chops her hairstyle or dons a sheer gown on the red carpet, Pugh expressed satisfaction in staying authentic to herself, even facing any negative comments or conventional beauty norms.
She expressed pride in standing firm with herself and her appearance. She finds it fascinating that some people hold grudges against her for not losing more weight, or simply dislike her nose ring. Despite not being able to alter the current situation, she is committed to fostering conversations and providing support for young women entering the industry, where such discussions were previously absent.
Pugh openly admits her satisfaction with herself and her physique. In a chat with Elle U.K. last year, she expressed, “I discuss my body openly because I’m not trying to conceal the cellulite on my thighs or the softness between my arms and breasts. Instead, I prefer to be transparent about it all. To me, the most unsettling moments are when people are upset by what they perceive as me revealing too much of myself.
At a recent gathering, Pugh donned a see-through Valentino gown, which sparked controversy online. Regarding her outfit, Pugh commented, “Last year when I wore the pink Valentino dress, my nipples were visible through a thin layer of fabric, causing quite a stir. People seem to fear freedom; they’re unsettled by the fact that I feel confident and content.
Lately, Pugh has been featured in the movie “We Live in Time,” acting alongside Andrew Garfield. Upcoming projects include her role in “Thunderbolts” and a seven-episode limited series based on John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel “East of Eden” for Netflix.
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2024-12-16 23:55