: Characters defined by disability or frailty that pose a burden to others.

: When they are on screen, older women are often relegated to two tropes:

: Older women are significantly more likely than men to be shown engaging in cosmetic procedures or having their appearance become a central plot point. The "Uncanny" Future: Technology and De-aging

: In 2023, only three films featured a woman over 45 in a leading role, compared to 32 films featuring men in that same age bracket.