Julianne Moore Doesn’t Want to Act in Movies ‘With Explosions and Guns’ When ‘Things Are Rough Globally’: ‘I Don’t Want to Watch It’
Julianne Moore expressed her reluctance to act in films featuring violence during a recent talk at Cannes. She highlighted the importance of female representation in the film industry and the broader societal implications of this issue. Moore emphasized the need for women to support each other in storytelling and hiring practices.
- ▪Julianne Moore discussed her career and role selection at the Kering Women in Motion Talk at Cannes.
- ▪She noted a decline in female representation in lead roles in high-grossing films, which she sees as part of a larger global issue.
- ▪Moore advocates for women supporting each other in the industry and emphasizes the importance of accurate storytelling.
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Home Film Festivals May 16, 2026 7:06am PT Julianne Moore Doesn’t Want to Act in Movies ‘With Explosions and Guns’ When ‘Things Are Rough Globally’: ‘I Don’t Want to Watch It’ By Ellise Shafer Plus Icon Ellise Shafer Latest John Travolta Cries as Cannes Surprises Him With Honorary Palme d’Or: ‘This Is Beyond the Oscar’ 21 hours ago Jordan Firstman Sobs and Kisses Co-Star Diego Calva as ‘Club Kid’ Becomes Cannes’ First Breakout Hit of 2026 and Earns a 6-Minute Standing Ovation 24 hours ago Asghar Farhadi Says ‘Any Murder Is a Crime’ When Asked About Iran War at Cannes: ‘It’s Extremely Cruel and Tragic’ 1 day ago See All Getty Images Julianne Moore reflected on her decades-long career in a conversation with Variety‘s Angelique Jackson during a Kering Women in Motion Talk at Cannes on…
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