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Evidence of an Identity Politics-Driven Campaign
However, critics and viewers argue that Banks’ claims don’t align with her actual statements and promotional efforts leading up to the film’s release. Pre-release interviews and marketing campaigns revealed a strong emphasis on the film being a symbol of female empowerment. Banks publicly stated that Charlie's Angels was about "believing women" and focused on promoting women in Hollywood receiving funding and power—a clear indication of the film being positioned as a feminist project.