Ethan Hawke has blasted gender inequality in Hollywood, saying that his daughters have turned him into a feminist.

The actor also responded to the Oscars speech made by his Boyhood co-star Patricia Arquette which called for equal rights for women in the US.

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Speaking on Larry King Now, Hawke said: "Patricia is a brass tacks, old-school feminist and I have so much respect for her."

Discussing her speech, he added: "I think it's about time. She's right.

"The movie business is such a boys' club. I have been making movies for 30 years.

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"I've done probably more than 40 movies, and this year is the first time I've been directed by a woman."

He added: "People think this gender equality thing has happened, but it's fascinating having three daughters and seeing the world through their eyes. It really does turn you into a feminist."

Hawke recently starred in Andrew Niccol's drama Good Kill. Watch him chat to Digital Spy below:

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