The democratization of storytelling is not happening exclusively in front of the camera. One of the most significant factors driving the visibility of mature women on screen is the rise of mature female creators, directors, and producers behind the scenes.
Perhaps the most significant structural shift ensuring the longevity of mature women in entertainment is the rise of the actress-producer. Weary of waiting for Hollywood to write compelling roles for them, prominent women established their own production companies to option books, develop screenplays, and greenlight projects.
