Death, Sex & Money ‘Babygirl’ Director Wants Women Not to Suppress Their Beast
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Jan 21, 2025 Halina Reijn, a Dutch filmmaker and actress known for her work in 'Babygirl' and 'Bodies, Bodies, Bodies', shares her insights on navigating female desires and authenticity in film. She discusses the primal versus civilized aspects of women's identities and the importance of open conversations about sexual agency. Halina also reflects on the pressures of conformity in the entertainment industry, the complexities of intimacy in modern relationships, and her creative journey within the U.S. film scene.
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Commune Upbringing
- Halina Reijn grew up in a rural Dutch commune without TV or movies, fostering self-confidence about her body.
- Entering the outside world exposed her to societal beauty standards, which she found horrifying.
Unshaved Legs
- Halina Reijn attended a theater camp as a child and was confronted by a boy about her unshaved legs.
- This experience left a lasting impact and made her aware of societal beauty standards.
Beauty Standards in Acting
- Halina Reijn's acting career was hindered by criticisms of her looks not being symmetrical or "peachy" enough.
- She observed similar struggles faced by other talented actresses who didn't conform to conventional beauty standards.