The X Files set is a virile spot, full of jockish joking and camaraderie. “There’s a lot of testosterone on the set, “ she agrees. Chris Carter is an avid surfer, and David Duchovny is a longtime jock, but Gillian Anderson, who also surfs, holds her own in this company. “I tend to be guy-friendly. “

She pauses, then says the following slowly and carefully: “It only bothers me when it makes it difficult for inclusion in any way. I am very independent. I can take care of myself, I don’t feel left out. But when it has to do with work, and my input on the work, I need to be heard. I will not tolerate not being heard as a result of excess testosterone. “

“And is the group of people good about hearing you? “ I ask.

She pauses and says, “Uhh … yes and no. “