Looking for inspiration this Women’s History Month? Explore Kanopy’s collection of
powerful films celebrating women’s voices, achievements, and stories that continue to
inspire.
Stream the collection for free with your library card on Kanopy!
Want to check out some in-person options? Join Main Library for their Wednesday Night Movies starting at 6:00 pm!
March 11, 2026: King Richard (2021) (PG-13)
March 18, 2026: Suffragette (2015) (PG-13)
March 25, 2026: Respect (2021) (PG-13)
Origin
Written and directed by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, ORIGIN chronicles the tragedy and triumph of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she investigates a global phenomenon of epic proportions.
Portrayed by Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (“King Richard”), Isabel experiences unfathomable personal loss and love as she crosses continents and cultures to craft one of the defining American books of our time. Inspired by the New York Times best-seller “Caste,” ORIGIN explores the mystery of history, the wonders of romance and a fight for the future of us all.
Playing Through
Set in 1950s America, PLAYING THROUGH tells the inspiring story of Ann Gregory, the first African-American woman to compete in a USGA golf tournament. Facing racism and societal barriers, Ann forms an unexpected bond with Babs Whatling, a white amateur golfer. Together, they navigate a world of prejudice, resilience, and determination, proving that courage and friendship can transcend boundaries.
RBG
This rousing documentary charts the extraordinary life and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, tracing her rise from quiet law student to groundbreaking Supreme Court icon. Through archival footage, interviews, and behind-the-scenes access, RBG explores her tireless fight for gender equality, her unexpected pop culture fame, and the deep personal partnerships that sustained her.
Academy Award nominee and an official Selection at the Sundance Film Festival.
She's Beautiful When She's Angry
A provocative, rousing and often humorous account of the birth of the modern women’s liberation movement in the late 1960s through to its contemporary manifestations in the new millennium, direct from the women who lived it.
Best Documentary winner at the Independent Film Festival Boston. Nominated for Best Documentary at the Women Film Critics Circle Awards.
"One of the year's best films. An urgent, illuminating dive into the headwaters of second-wave feminism." - Alan Scherstuhl, Village Voice
Women of World War II: The Untold Stories
Uncover the hidden history of World War II with firsthand accounts from the women who cracked the codes and built the ships. With exclusive, never-before-seen interviews– from “Fly Girls” who saved their fellow pilots, to “Rosie-the-Riveters” who kept those planes in the air– learn how these unsung heroes inspired and empowered future generations by winning the war.