movies by or about women opening UK/Ire Dec 19–20

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Cats
Francesca Hayward costars in this musical fantasy about a tribe of cats on the streets of London. Also costarring Rebel Wilson, Judi Dench, Jennifer Hudson, and Taylor Swift. (male writers and director)
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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker [pictured]
Daisy Ridley costars in this sci-fi adventure as a young woman discovering the source of her mystical power, and how best to use it, amidst a galactic war. Also costarring Carrie Fisher, Kelly Marie Tran, Naomi Ackie, Lupita Nyong’o, and Keri Russell. (male writers and director)
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