Elizabeth Banks told she 'can't direct men' despite success behind the camera Elizabeth Banks has revealed the misogyny she's had to deal with as a female director. 24 April 2026 Elizabeth Banks has been told she "can't direct men" because they wouldn't "follow" her on set. Elizabeth Banks opens up about her treatment as a director The 52-year-old actress and filmmaker has opened up about the misogyny she has faced in Hollywood, despite working with the likes of Ray Liotta in 2023's Cocaine Bear.