Chanel, Tribeca Celebrate Emerging Women Filmmakers in New York

The annual Chanel and Tribeca Through Her Lens luncheon celebrated its 10th year by spotlighting emerging women-identifying filmmakers and promoting inclusivity in the film industry, which still faces significant gender inequity. Tribeca co-founder Jane Rosenthal emphasized the importance of storytelling as activism amid ongoing attacks on women's rights, highlighting that women directors make up just 15 percent of the industry. The event drew a stylish crowd including Miley Cyrus, who wore black Chanel and expressed admiration for Jayne Mansfield, a figure influential to her own experiences with sexuality and cultural critique. Other notable attendees included White Lotus stars Carrie Coon and Parker Posey, as well as program alum A.V. Rockwell and mentor Patty Jenkins, who underscored the responsibility and power of storytelling. Through Her Lens offers mentorship and funding to women and non-binary filmmakers, with many alumni premiering at major festivals and securing deals with top platforms like Netflix and HBO. The luncheon, held during Tribeca Film Festival, serves as a key platform for championing women directors and celebrating their contributions to cinema.