Sally Wainwright's Inspiration for Riot Women
Riot Women, a six-part series on BBC One, is a show that represents midlife women struggling with the menopause and family responsibilities.
Writer Sally Wainwright found inspiration for the show in her own experiences, saying
If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco, highlighting the lack of support and understanding for women going through menopause.
Riot Women offers a relatable and interesting insight into the lives of midlife women, a demographic often underrepresented on TV.
Author's summary: Riot Women is a relatable show about midlife women.