"Hollywood's New Feminist Voice of Reason -- Ryan Gosling"

"A couple of weeks ago, Ryan spoke out against the anonymous members of the MPAA and their attempt to censor an honest depiction of female sexuality.

He issued this statement,
You have to question a cinematic culture which preaches artistic expression, and yet would support a decision that is clearly a product of a patriarchy-dominant society, which tries to control how women are depicted on screen. The MPAA is okay supporting scenes that portray women in scenarios of sexual torture and violence for entertainment purposes, but they are trying to force us to look away from a scene that shows a woman in a sexual scenario, which is both complicit and complex. It's misogynistic in nature to try and control a woman's sexual presentation of self. I consider this an issue that is bigger than this film.

His co-star, Michelle Williams, also issued a statement,

Mainstream films often depict sex and violence in a manner that is disturbing and very far from reality. Yet, the MPAA regularly awards these films with a more audience friendly rating, enabling our cultlure's desensitization to violence, rape, torture and brutality. Our film does not depict any of these attributes. It's simply a candid look at the difficulties couples face in sustaining their relationships over time. Blue Valentine opens a door for couples to have a dialogue about the everyday realities of many relationships. This film was made in the spirit of love, honesty and intimacy. I hope that the MPAA will hear our pleas and reconsider their decision.""
http://feministguidetohollywood.blogspot.com/2010/12/hollywoods-new-feminist-voice-of-reason.html

This is from like 5 years ago but I didn't see it then and also, wow, that was 5 years ago???