How do we ensure fair representation in an industry that remains largely homogeneous? Are there structural barriers that prevent diverse voices from entering or thriving? And how can we actively support and empower new talent? Recent findings from the Celluloid Ceiling report show a troubling trend: in 2024, women made up just 9% of composers on the 250 top- films, a drop from 14% in 2023. 90% of those films had no women composers at all.
Interestingly, when at least one woman directed the film, the number rose to 14%, compared to only 7% on films with exclusively male directors. In this roundtable we come together to reflect on these numbers, share lived experiences, and explore how the industry can foster a more inclusive and equitable future.
About Roundtables
Gather at these intimiate roundtables that focus on having conversations. How do you stay mentally fit in a fast-pace sector? Who decides what AI uses for training? Or how do you stay visible and claim your own place in the industry. No panel with talking heads, but equal conversations with makers, experts and other professionals. You can apply for these conversations during BMIM Special.
Aisling Brouwer
Composer, UK/NLAisling Brouwer is a Dutch/Irish composer, producer and artist based in London. Aisling is best known for her dark and emotive scores, often using textured recorded sound design alongside gritty Berlin-inspired electronics and haunting cinematic melodies. Credits include Rubika Shah’s anti-fascist punk hit White Riot, two series of Apple tv+ hit drama The Buccaneers, multi-award-winning Savage Waters (narrated by Charles Dance), Super Greed (Sky Original), Lioness (Amazon Original). Aisling releases music commercially under the artist duo AVAWAVES with Anna Phoebe. The pair are signed to One Little Independent Records and are releasing their third studio album Heartbeat on 9th May 2025.