Celebrating Women's History Month

10 Great Movies, 10 Strong Heroines

Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” In 1987, Congress designated the month of March 1987 as “Women’s History Month.” The film industry will join in commemorating and encouraging the celebration of the vital r…