Leeds Branch of the Women's Equality Party will be holding the next in our series of 'Culture Club', our regular book and film discussion group, on Wednesday 16 June 2021 at 7.30pm online via Zoom. 

Our book of the evening is I Carried a Watermelon, by Katy Brand.

"A warm, witty and accessible look at how Katy Brand’s life-long obsession with the film has influenced her own attitudes to sex, love, romance, rights and responsibilities. It explores the legacy of the film, from pushing women’s stories to the forefront of commercial cinema, to its ‘Gold Standard’ depiction of abortion according to leading pro-choice campaigners, and its fresh and powerful take on the classic ‘coming of age’ story told from a naïve but idealistic 17-year-old girl’s point of view."

"Part memoir based on a personal obsession, part homage to a monster hit and a work of genius, Katy will explore her own memories and experiences, and talk to other fans of the film, to examine its legacy as a piece of filmmaking with a social agenda that many miss on first viewing."

Our film of the month will be, yes you guessed it, Dirty Dancing itself! Available on Netflix.

If you would like to read ahead, July's book is Three Women, by Lisa Taddeo.

To Join the Zoom Meeting Click Here or use meeting ID: 976 9448 4644 and passcode: 652632