: The industry is seeing a breakthrough in recognition; for instance, Michelle Yeoh

If a woman was not the romantic lead, she was often the obstacle to romance. Actresses like Jane Darwell or Marjorie Main built careers playing matronly, often asexual figures whose primary purpose was to support the younger narrative or provide comic relief. These roles lacked sensuality and agency.

Known for her work in adult cinema, Addams has appeared in a wide range of productions, including those produced by Blacked Raw