💨 Abstract

The film "Lilly," starring Patricia Clarkson, chronicles the life of Lilly Ledbetter, an advocate for equal pay who learned she was significantly underpaid compared to male colleagues. Ledbetter's advocacy led to the 2009 Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. The biopic, released amidst political shifts, highlights Ledbetter's non-partisan fight for justice and the challenges faced by her supporters. Clarkson emphasizes the film's focus on Ledbetter's emotional journey and perseverance.

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