Veronica Ferres Reflects on Ongoing Gender Power Imbalances in Film Industry

The actress and producer highlights persistent challenges for women in the film world and shares her evolving approach to addressing misconduct.

Veronica Ferres asserts that gender-based power imbalances and misconduct remain prevalent in the film industry despite progress since the #MeToo movement began in 2017.
She recounted a recent incident at the Berlinale where she confronted a male colleague for yelling at her, emphasizing her newfound confidence in setting boundaries.
Ferres noted that as a young actress, fear of rejection often prevented her from speaking out against inappropriate behavior or abuse of power.
Now leading her own production company, she strives to foster a respectful and attentive work environment, contrasting it with the hostile dynamics she experienced earlier in her career.
The actress described the emotional toll of enduring constant overreach and power abuse in the industry, underlining the need for ongoing vigilance and systemic change.