By leah jones
Women’s History Month takes place every year during March, so there is still time to find some great movies with women-centered stories to watch in celebration.
Consider watching these movies for Women’s History Month that tell diverse stories. From classics to modern tellings spanning genres, these films highlight the multifaceted experiences of women.
Hidden Figures tells the true story of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, who overcame racial/gender barriers and played crucial roles at NASA .
This historical epic is inspired by the real-life all-female warrior unit, the Agojie, who fought fierce battles and protected the West African kingdom of Dahomey in the 19th century.
The Six Triple Eight depicts the true story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—the only all-Black, all-female unit deployed to Europe during World War II.
This musical adaptation of the 1985 film reimagines the powerful story of Celie, a Black woman who overcomes abuse and hardship to find her voice and independence.
This fresh adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel follows the March sisters as they navigate love, ambition and independence in 19th-century America.
Frida is a biographical drama that portrays the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, exploring her relationships, political activism and the physical pain that shaped her art.
Queen of Katwe is an inspiring true story about a young girl from the slums of Kampala, Uganda, who discovers a passion for chess and rises to become a champion.
This drama is set in 1927 Chicago, focusing on the tense recording session of legendary blues singer Ma Rainey, exploring themes of racial injustice and artistic exploitation.
This coming-of-age drama follows a young Mexican-American woman who dreams of attending college while facing pressure from her family to conform to societal expectations.
Lady Bird is a coming-of-age dramedy that follows a high school senior as she navigates the complexities of adolescence and mother-daughter relationships.
One of Them Days is a comedy following best friends, Dreux and Alyssa who embark on a wild adventure to secure rent money after Alyssa's boyfriend squanders it.