She was a feminist at a time when many dismissed women’s rights as a joke.  She chose not to marry in an era when women were wives and mothers.  And she did it all with wit, style and grace.

Amongst everything else, she also became the founding editor and publisher of Ms. Magazine.

An intimate biographical portrait of Gloria Steinem, an enduring feminist icon for more than 40 years, GLORIA:  IN HER OWN WORDS profiles a crusader whose singular focus has been the fight for women’s equal rights in the U.S. and around the world.  Combining recent and archival interviews that showcase her compassion and sharp sense of humor, check out the film debuting MONDAY, AUG. 15 at 9m ET on HBO.