Helen George, known for her role in the TV series “Call The Midwife,” has raised concerns about the threat faced by feminism and women’s rights due to the surge of nationalism, Nigel Farage, and Andrew Tate.
The upcoming season of the BBC1 drama will feature the nurses of Nonnatus House engaging with the Women’s Liberation movement, including scenes of bra-burning. The show, renowned for its strong female characters and advocacy for women’s rights, spans historical storylines from the 1950s to the 1970s.
George expressed apprehension about the growing support for nationalist figures like Farage, the rise of St George’s flag-wavers, and the popularity of Andrew Tate, which she believes is fostering an “anti-feminist mood” posing a significant risk to women in present-day Britain.
She voiced her concerns about the escalating presence of toxic masculinity potentially leading the country towards a society akin to the oppressive environment depicted in “The Handmaid’s Tale.” George highlighted the importance of safeguarding women’s rights, particularly regarding issues such as abortion laws, which continue to be contentious even after being legalized in the UK in 1967.
In a podcast interview, George mentioned the decision to take a break from filming “Call The Midwife” to introduce fresh perspectives through an upcoming movie adaptation and a prequel series featuring a new cast portraying the younger years of the nuns during the Blitz. This break aims to rejuvenate the show after years of production.