: Representation drops significantly as women age. Research from San Diego State University found the share of female characters plummets from 35% for women in their 30s to just 16% for those in their 40s .
: The 2025 and 2026 award seasons highlighted a shift, with Demi Moore (62) winning her first Golden Globe and receiving an Oscar nomination for The Substance , a film that directly deconstructs Hollywood's obsession with youth. milf melons
: Analysts attribute this "ominous moment" to studio consolidations and a retreat from diversity and inclusion initiatives. Women Over 50: The Right to be Seen on Screen : Representation drops significantly as women age