: Progress is often "cosmetic" because women, especially those over 40, hold few power positions to greenlight projects. In 2025, only 10.1% of top films were directed by women.

: Dame Helen Mirren continues to lead major productions on Paramount+, showcasing "badass" characters that defy ageist stereotypes. Community Perspectives

“Women over 40 finally get to be complicated on screen. Audiences are ready for richer, more realistic portrayals of women navigating midlife with agency and ambition.” Geena Davis Institute · 1 month ago