Rose McGowan Slams Natalie Portman's Oscar Outfit McGowan took to Facebook to call out Portman for not doing as much as she can as an “a-lister.” Rose McGowan, via Facebook Portman wore a Dior cape embroidered with the names of several female directors who were snubbed at the awards ceremony.
McGowan directly addressed the ‘Annihilation’ star in her post, telling her to “stop pretending” to champion anything “other than [herself].” McGowan also claimed that Portman has only worked with two female directors, one being Portman herself, throughout her “very long career.” According to Vulture, Portman has worked with three female filmmakers, excluding herself.
Of the seven films backed by her production company, the only film helmed by a woman was directed by Portman.