The most significant change, however, is happening behind the camera. Mature women are taking control of the means of production.

: Only 1 in 4 films passes the "Ageless Test," which requires at least one essential female character over 50 portrayed without ageist stereotypes. Common Tropes

: Out of 225 films with women 40+ in lead roles, only 6% mentioned menopause—often as a joke.