Carla Gugino opens up about the challenges of being a woman in Hollywood, sharing experiences of being disregarded by male directors and the positive changes she’s witnessed in the industry. Lena Headey also contributes to the conversation, revealing insights from her own career and advice from Monica Bellucci.
In a revealing discussion about her extensive career in the entertainment industry, Carla Gugino expressed that she carries “a little PTSD” from times when her suggestions were overlooked by male directors due to her gender.
In an exchange with “Game of Thrones” actress Lena Headey for Interview magazine, Gugino, known for her role in “Gerald’s Game,” shared insights into the challenges she’s faced when trying to communicate with directors.
Reflecting on a recent incident, Gugino mentioned, “I had an instance recently where I needed to assert something important to me and I hesitated because I wondered if it would be perceived as demanding. The difference at this age is that I will just push myself to do it.
Ultimately, it was received positively.” She elaborated on the frustration of having her ideas dismissed until echoed by a male colleague, saying, “I still do have a little PTSD from a career full of instances where you’re acting with a male actor, and you say to the director, ‘Hey, what about if we try such and such?’ and the male director goes, ‘I don’t think so,’ and then, two minutes later, your fellow actor, who’s an advocate for you, says the exact same thing, and the director’s, ‘Great idea.’”
Gugino likened these experiences to dealing with denial in a dysfunctional family dynamic, emphasizing the absurdity of such dismissals.
During the same conversation, Headey shared her own experiences of workplace toxicity but noted a pivotal moment came after speaking with actress Monica Bellucci. “She said, ‘Look, just f*cking ask for what you want. They’re going to call you a bitch regardless because you’re a woman.’ I thought that’s also true,” Headey shared, pointing out the persistence of male-dominated dynamics in the industry.
Despite these obstacles, both actresses observed positive changes within the industry. Gugino, also celebrated for her role in “Spy Kids,” noted, “Yeah, actually I do see a profound difference,” and emphasized the importance of allowing room for growth and change.
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