: In 2019, none of the top-grossing films featured a female lead over 50, whereas several featured men in that age bracket.
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Despite progress, significant obstacles remain. Ageism is still codified in Hollywood data: a 2021 San Diego State University study found that only 25% of female characters in top-grossing films were aged 40 or older, compared to nearly 45% of male characters. Furthermore, those roles are often narrowly defined. : In 2019, none of the top-grossing films