Bechdel Rule was an idea originated by Eisner-winning cartoonist Alison Bechdel 25 years ago in an installment of her comic strip, Dykes To Watch Out For.io9: Bechdel Rule (September 4, 2008)

In the comic strip, Bechdel had one of her female characters cite a simple rule that she would only go to see a movie if it met specific criteria. The criteria became known as Bechdel Rule.NPR: The Bechdel Rule (September 2, 2008)

• At least two female characters, who ...NPR: The Bechdel Rule (September 2, 2008)
• Talk to each other about...NPR: The Bechdel Rule (September 2, 2008)
• Something besides a manNPR: The Bechdel Rule (September 2, 2008)

• "It's funny to me that it's getting so much play all of a sudden. For me, the Rule is kind of like feminism in a bottle—applied theory, quick and easy. I think whatever name one gives it, the rule should be applied to everything everywhere, including real life."—Alison Bechdelio9: Bechdel Rule (September 4, 2008)