London Symphony 

This side-splitting workplace comedy features a diverse cast and tackles challenging social issues. Other sitcoms should take note.

Some moments of the series are intense and ends on a cliff-hanger that will have you yearning for a second season.

It’s easy to dismiss Joel and Ethan Coen for writing from the world they build from outside the box of overarching Hollywood stereotypes, but their inability to compromise their collective vision is precisely what makes the simplistic nature of their world-building and characters so brilliant. It’s also what led Fargo to collect seven Oscar nominations and two wins for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress for Frances McDormand’s brilliant portrayal of the sincere, motherly detective whose wholesome demeanor seizes the day over the selfishness, corruption and evil of the men who don’t comprehend that there’s more to life than a little money.

That feeling in your gut which tells you that there’s something out there you should look for and make your own, is what the power represents

The genres of science fiction and fantasy are not exclusively masculine territory. Over the last few decades, female directors have brought to the screen some of the most visually stunning, intellectually daring, and deeply moving works of speculative fiction. From big Hollywood productions like Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel to independent low-budget films, women filmmakers are making a name for themselves around the world.

This list was made with the intention of celebrating comedic craft and a love of seeing more women of colour and newcomers on the scene.