matriarchal

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The stoicism of her Seri project is contrasted by the more lighthearted photos she took of people in Juchitán, highlighting the matriarchal culture there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

The British Zambian writer-director’s new story, however, is more psychologically concentrated on individual pain and cultural power, specifically the damage that sin and silence wreak in matriarchal societies that internalize patriarchy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2025

Fernanda Torres’ stunning performance holds the film together with matriarchal love, but it’s the film’s two codas that have left it lingering in my mind for months.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2025

Thy live in matriarchal groups of about 10 and sometimes meet up with hundreds or thousands of other whales.

From Seattle Times • May 7, 2024

Better to suffer matriarchal displeasure, he thought, than to risk a damage suit by a millionaire.

From Clean Break by Aycock, Roger D.