“What is a Woman?” is a documentary film by Matt Walsh, released in 2022. In this film, Walsh, a conservative political commentator, explores the concept of gender and the definition of “woman” in today’s society. The documentary focuses on the ongoing debate about gender identity, particularly in the context of transgender rights and the impact of gender ideology on society.
Throughout the film, Walsh interviews various experts, activists, and individuals to challenge the contemporary understanding of gender, questioning the idea that gender is fluid and socially constructed. He seeks to highlight the importance of biological sex as the defining characteristic of being a woman. One of the key moments in the documentary is when Walsh asks people to define “woman” and encounters a range of answers, many of which, according to him, fail to provide a clear, consistent definition.
The documentary has been controversial, with supporters praising it for pushing back against the dominant narratives of gender fluidity, while critics argue that it oversimplifies complex issues and dismisses the lived experiences of transgender individuals. It raises important questions about the intersection of science, culture, and individual identity in the ongoing debate surrounding gender.
