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The Age of Athena: How Ocean's 8 proved women-driven movies can set the box office on fire

Clearly, it's time for these women to tell their stories because the world does seem to be listening — not as a charity, but as a thriving business
PUBLISHED JUN 14, 2018

'Oceans 8' premiered only last week and it has already set its victory flag flying firmly on the box office. The film made more than $64 million worldwide in total and minted more than $41 million just on its opening weekend. That ranks it at the top of releases of the week. This female remake of the iconic 'Oceans' franchise is not only highly entertaining but is also proving to the industry that women-centric films work and, believe it or not, I'm almost certain this trend is here to stay. 

Directed by Gary Ross and written by Ross and Olivia Milch, this star-studded film has multiple names from the industry that have a history of doing some amazing work. Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna, and Helena Bonham Carter are all names we have been familiar with for a really long time, and these women represent empowerment in their fields. Be it music, films or television both in front and behind the camera, these women have blown us away with their work. 

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