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Is Feminism Dead? This title is one of two parts from the series I Am Woman. The series examines the roles of women in society and the ways in which women activists and writers have shaped those roles and the understanding of those roles. The purpose of this title is to examine the current status of the feminist movement, and to examine why the concept of feminism, even today, often evokes negative responses from both men and women.

The producers introduce the subject of modern feminism by way of a historical overview of the feminist movement. They then compare the status, demographics, accomplishments, and issues of the feminist movement in its earlier days to those of modern times. The film suggests that even though the feminist movement has resulted in women's acceptance in the modern workplace, today's woman works harder than ever, and still does not experience equitable advancement and pay in the workplace, or equitable division of labor and responsibility on the home front. Convincing statistics support the discussion.

Is Feminism Dead? seems to answer its own question. It is well balanced, showing support for and against the feminist movement, and clearly defines what it means to be a feminist today. This production features women from several age and ethnic groups. Males are perhaps intentionally absent from the discussion, though their perspectives might lent a valuable contribution to a full understanding of the topic.

This title is well produced, free of technical flaws, and informative. Is Feminism Dead? will be useful for updating academic library collections in the areas of women's studies, Black studies, political science and sociology programs. Public libraries and high school libraries might also find this title useful.

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