: Films such as Something's Gotta Give (2003) and Book Club (2018) challenge the notion that desire disappears with age, portraying mature romance with honesty and wit [14, 19].
Film and television are increasingly exploring themes that resonate deeply with mature female audiences, emphasizing growth, friendship, and self-discovery:
: Known for her incredible range and presence, her roles in Black Panther (2018) and Otherhood (2019) showcase the "sensuality of aging female bodies" often ignored by traditional media [17, 21].