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Centuries ago, the idea of women having a place in a conversation, let alone be the center of it, was rather a taboo idea. However, we have come a long way since then. Films, TV, Theater, and more have starred some of the most inspiring and badass women we could think of! Netflix has some of the widest range of movie selections, especially when it comes to female-driven leads and movies. Here are a few of our favorite movies with some strong female leads.
Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2
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One of the best revenge films to date, both volumes of Kill Bill show some of the most amazing female leads from Uma Thurman to Lucy Liu, these violent and bloody Quentin Tarantino films will leave you at the edge of your seat.
Mulan
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This Disney classic is one you can never get tired of. The story of a young lady dressing up as a man to take the place of her sick father in the army is truly a badass story.
The Incredible Jessica James
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The story of a struggling playwright trying to find her journey into her career while meeting a special someone on the way. This rom-com indulges viewers in the struggle of chasing your dreams and being an adult.
Tallulah
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A young woman that never stays in one place too long, finds herself being the savior of a baby girl with an abusive mother. The journey stars her and the mother’s ex-boyfriend as they help save this baby before any extreme measures are taken in this indie-drama.
Queen of Katwe
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Phiona Mutesi is a young girl in Uganda that becomes a chess master with the help of her mentor. This Disney film shows the struggles Mutesi faces with living in poverty and identity as she competes in chess tournaments.
Moana
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The Disney film based on the girl and her love of the ocean takes a much darker turn. With the islands around her, and even her own, slowly becoming less and less inhabitable, Moana must find Maui and help him restore the heart of Te Fiti in this adventurous family film.
Bridget Jones’ Diary
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In this Romantic Comedy, Renee Zellweger plays Bridget Jones, a blunt yet admirable publicity associate. When her career takes a turn, however, Bridget Jones decides that enough is enough and starts taking control of her life again.
She’s Gotta Have It
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In this Spike Lee indie film, the star of the film Nola Darling, portrayed by Tracy Camilla Johns, is set up with three young men but is more interested in living her life the way she wants. The film has changed the way people view film-making.
Rogue One
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The iconic Star Wars franchise made a comeback in the 21st century with a whole new set of films. One of them included Rogue One starring Felicity Jones who plays Jyn Erso. In the film, Jyn teams up with a group of people in order to steal plans for the completion of the Death Star.
Heathers
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This cult classic 80’s movie starring Winona Ryder is a dark comedy of a girl who falls for a guy who wants to help take down their enemies. Ryder quickly realizes his darker plans and does anything in her power to take him down before its too late.
To The Bone
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Lily Collins plays Ellen in this drama, a woman who struggles with anorexia. It shows her journey through the loving group home she joins after her family has tried everything in this heart-wrenching movie. The film is based on the writer and director, Marti Noxon.
The Babadook
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This Australian psycho-thriller film deals with a mother and son who are mourning the loss of their father/husband. The mother becomes concerned over her son’s yells for help and realizes the monster from his storybooks are more real than she thought.
Carol
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The 50’s based film follows the life of two women, a housewife, and photographer, that become involved in an affair. Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara play the forbidden, yet loving couple.
Mudbound
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Two household matriarchs find themselves in an unusual friendship in this historical drama starring Mary J. Blige and Carey Mulligan.
Gerald’s Game
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The film based on the Stephen King’s novel, the intoxicating and suspenseful film stars a couple that get into deep trouble after an intimate game goes wrong.
What were your favorites from the list? Did we miss any of your personal female lead favorites?
