October"s movies offer an array of treats, including Drew Barrymore"s directorial debut and an investigation into the industry of black hair care led by Chris Rock. For the biggest shot of controversy, watch out for "An Education," opening Oct. 9.
A women"s film festival that just marked its 20th year shows the movie industry"s structural resistance to newcomers, organizers say. In Germany, for instance, women are near parity in film schools but win marginal industry financing.
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President Bush"s refusal to release $34 million in aid to the United Nations Population Fund--which assists women in 140 nations--reflects his determination to win a majority in both houses of Congress by mobilizing his party"s anti-abortion wing.