Movies that go beyond the realms of just entertainment; movies that inspire, empower and generally make you feel proud to own a uterus. Listed below you'll find a range of movies that portray the kind of ball-busting, ceiling-smashing women that we want to emulate in real life.. Some of the best female empowerment films include classics like Little Women and The Color Purple, modern favorites like Barbie and Promising Young Woman, and inspiring true stories like Hidden Figures and Erin Brockovich.
From sisterhood stories about using magic to get back at bullies to reflections about femininity and queerness, there are subgenres for every taste across drama, romance, and comedy.. Keep scrolling to see our top 90 picks for the best feminist movies of all time. After that, check out our compilations for the best movies directed by women, best lesbian films of all.