"The actor, writer, and director probably best known (at the moment) for the ground-breaking blockbuster film Barbie, Greta Gerwig, is an icon to young women who hope to follow in her footsteps and pursue their own creative passions. But what has driven her to create such timely and socially conscious films, and what inspires her artistic vision? Greta seeks to answer these questions by examining the filmmaker's life and career, including a deep dive into her filmography (including the four films she's directed, 12 she's written, and 26 she's acted in) and her impact on independent cinema and pop culture at large. An intriguing, inspiring, and empowering account of where this talented filmmaker has been and where her future might take her, this is a must-have volume for every Greta Gerwig fan"-- Provided by publisher.