In recent years, there has been a notable increase in complex and nuanced portrayals of mature women in entertainment and cinema. Films like "The Favourite" (2018), "Book Club" (2018), and "Hidden Figures" (2016) showcase mature women as multidimensional characters, with rich backstories and agency. Television shows like "Golden Girls," "Sex and the City," and "Big Little Lies" have also provided platforms for mature women to take center stage.
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: Recent research highlights that menopause is nearly invisible in cinema. Out of 225 films featuring women over 40, only 6% mentioned menopause , and usually only as a joke. In recent years, there has been a notable