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: Women over 40 are significantly less likely than men of the same age to be shown having a career on screen.

: Gained global superstardom later in life, particularly as "M" in the James Bond franchise and for her work in Skyfall . milfnextdoor

: More mature women are moving into producing and directing , such as Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman , ensuring better roles for themselves and their peers. : Women over 40 are significantly less likely

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: Nominated for an Oscar 21 times, she successfully transitioned from dramatic leads to box-office hits like Mamma Mia! and The Devil Wears Prada in her 50s and 60s.

: Early cinema often portrayed older women as "past their prime," focusing on loss of beauty or utility.

: Became a pop-culture icon for a new generation through the Harry Potter series and Downton Abbey well into her 70s.