: Awarded the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the 2024 Venice Film Festival for Baby Girl .
The influence of mature women extends beyond the screen into high-level production and executive roles:
: 2024 was a historic year with 42% of top-grossing films featuring female protagonists. However, 2025 saw a sharp decline, with female leads plummeting to a seven-year low of 29%. Icons Reclaiming the Spotlight
Despite these trends, several powerhouse actresses are delivering some of the most critically acclaimed work of their careers:
Martha Lauzen - Center for the Study of Women in Television & Film
