: In 2025, women aged 60 and older accounted for only 2% of all major female characters in top-grossing films, while men in the same age bracket comprised 8% of major male roles.
Data from recent years highlights a sharp decline in visibility for women as they age, a trend often called the "celluloid ceiling" for older actors. milf close up
: Stories for mature women often revolve narrowly around motherhood or domestic life . A 2025 study found that of 225 films with a 40+ female lead, only 6% mentioned menopause , and most did so as a joke. 2. Behind-the-Scenes Employment : In 2025, women aged 60 and older
Report: Representation of Mature Women in Entertainment and Cinema : In 2025