Female stars are pushing back against Hollywood’s ageism with fresh narratives
Los Angeles: The way women are portrayed in movies is finally shifting. Films like Babygirl, The Substance, and The Idea of You are leading the charge.
For ages, it felt like men could age gracefully on screen while women were stuck in a time warp. Goldie Hawn nailed it when she said there are only three ages for women in Hollywood. It’s frustrating, right?
But guess what? Hollywood is starting to get it. We’re seeing more films that focus on older women, and it’s about time! Stars like Demi Moore and Nicole Kidman are stepping up to challenge the outdated idea that older women can’t draw in audiences.
Take Babygirl, for instance. It flips the script on the usual power dynamics we see in movies. Instead of an older man with a younger woman, we have a powerful CEO played by Kidman and her intern. It’s refreshing to see women taking center stage in these stories.
Kidman’s performance has been getting rave reviews, and it’s great to see films that explore older women’s lives, including their romantic interests. Naomi Watts once shared how she was told her career would end at 40. Can you believe that?
She called out the ridiculousness of it all, pointing out how men age without the same scrutiny. It’s about time we change that narrative. More stories about older women can help shift public perception and give them the recognition they deserve.
Films like The Substance are also tackling these stereotypes head-on. It tells the story of a former starlet who turns to a black market drug to regain her youth. It’s a wild concept, but it resonates with many women in Hollywood who feel overlooked as they age.
Moore’s experience in the industry adds a layer of authenticity to the film. It’s a bold take on the pressures women face, and it’s definitely making waves.
And let’s not forget about the buzz around movies like Lonely Planet and The Idea of You. They show women finding love in unexpected places, proving that age doesn’t diminish desirability.
These films are gaining traction, and it’s exciting to see Hollywood finally catching up. Women deserve to have their stories told at any age, and it’s about time the industry recognizes that.
So, mark your calendars! Babygirl hits theaters on January 10, The Substance is available on Mubi, Lonely Planet is on Netflix, and The Idea of You is streaming on Prime Video.
