Summary
Milly Alcock, star of Supergirl and House of the Dragon, has elaborated on her comments about the attention she receives as a woman in the entertainment industry. She stated that simply existing as a woman in that space is something that people comment on, and that she didn’t specifically mention men in her original quote. Alcock also addressed the backlash she received from men on social media, saying that their anger proved her point.
Our Reading
The habit of outrage gets a new name.
Milly Alcock’s comments about the attention she receives as a woman in the entertainment industry triggered a backlash from men on social media. She pointed out that she didn’t even mention men in her original quote, and that their anger proved her point. The routine of outrage and defensiveness has become all too familiar. The ownership of women’s bodies is still a topic of discussion. And the fact that Alcock’s comments sparked such a strong reaction is a testament to the fact that simply existing as a woman is still a radical act.
Being a woman is still a provocation.
About the Article
Source: BroBible
Original article URL: https://brobible.com/culture/article/milly-alcock-explains-simply-existing-as-a-woman-comment/
Publisher: BroBible
Author: Evan Null
