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'Lilly' Biopic Honoring Equal Pay Activist Lilly Ledbetter Opens in Theaters

The film, starring Patricia Clarkson and directed by Rachel Feldman, highlights Ledbetter's fight for workplace equality but faces criticism for its rushed storytelling.

Patrica Clarkson as Lilly Ledbetter in Lilly
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Overview

  • The biopic 'Lilly' premiered on May 9, 2025, with a 93-minute runtime, chronicling Lilly Ledbetter's fight for pay equity.
  • Patricia Clarkson stars as Ledbetter, an Alabama tire factory worker whose legal battle led to the 2009 Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
  • The film incorporates real interview footage of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg to enhance authenticity.
  • Critics praise Clarkson's performance but criticize the film for its short runtime and made-for-TV feel, which limits its emotional depth.
  • Ledbetter's legacy as a champion for workplace equality is celebrated, with the film serving as a tribute following her passing in October 2024.