Filmography

Here is a list of films related to the Matilda effect. These films highlight women's struggles for recognition in science, denounce their invisibilization, and inspire through their courage.

Poster of the film Hidden Figures

Hidden Figures (2016)

This film tells the true story of three African-American women at NASA, including Katherine Johnson, who were unjustly invisibilized despite their crucial role in the space race.

Poster of the film The Fabulous

The Fabulous (2025)

Documentary and theater series denouncing the Matilda effect by recounting the journeys of forgotten female scientists, like Lise Meitner and Rosalind Franklin.

Poster of the film Radioactive

Radioactive (2019)

Biopic of Marie Curie, pioneer of radioactivity, whose discoveries were often overshadowed by the recognition given to her husband.

Poster of the film Erin Brockovich

Erin Brockovich (2000)

Inspiring film about a determined woman fighting environmental injustices, showing feminine strength against male-dominated systems.

Poster of the film Contact

Contact (1997)

Film featuring an astrophysicist facing prejudices from the male scientific community, illustrating women's difficulty in being recognized.