: A recent study showing that menopause is nearly invisible, appearing in only 6% of top-grossing films over 15 years, frequently as a punchline rather than a realistic narrative.
: Provides annual statistics on women working behind the scenes and on-screen, highlighting that older men significantly outnumber older women in lead roles. Academic Perspectives
: Their 2021 study, "Women Over 50: The Right to be Seen on Screen," analyzes a decade of film and TV (2010–2020), finding that only 1 in 4 characters aged 50+ are women , often relegated to stereotypes.
If you are looking for in-depth theoretical analysis, these publications explore the intersection of aging, gender, and celebrity: Older Women and Cinema: Audiences, Stories, and Stars
While there is no single "full paper" that covers every aspect of mature women in entertainment, several comprehensive research studies and scholarly books provide deep analysis on the representation, industry barriers, and cultural impact of women aged 40–50+ in cinema. Leading Research & Reports
Several authoritative organizations track the representation and portrayal of mature women in the media: