There's a difference between mandating that a woman must direct a woman-centric movie, and when a woman happens to be chosen to direct a woman-centric movie because of their merits and is subsequently celebrated for it. You are arguing against the former, Andy, and you are right - affirmative action just for the sake of diversity instead of selecting and awarding those best suited for the role, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, etc, is a bad idea. But I believe Henry is discussing the latter. I don't see him reducing the discussion down to collectives, I see you two debating two entirely different aspects of the industry.