: In 2025, the percentage of films with female leads fell from 42% to 29%. For women of color aged 45+, representation was virtually non-existent in top 2025 films.
2. Behind the Scenes: The "Great Recession" for Women Directors big milfs pictures
The 2025 and 2026 industry data indicates a "Great Recession" for women behind the camera. : In 2025, the percentage of films with
: A recurring stereotype for mature women is the "sad widow," whose entire identity is defined by loss; this appears in more than double the number of films compared to "sad widowers". : In 2025