There is a new trope emerging: the "marvelous Mrs. Maisel" archetype. We must ensure that mature women can be weak, passive, wrong, and messy—just like male characters are allowed to be.

However, the 21st century has heralded a paradigm shift. We are currently witnessing a renaissance for mature women in entertainment. Driven by changing demographics, the streaming wars, and a refusal by iconic stars to retire quietly, the mature woman is moving from the periphery to the center of the frame.

The portrayal of mature women in entertainment is not a trend; it is a correction. For generations, we were taught that a woman's value erodes with her estrogen. Cinema told us that adventure, romance, and growth belong to the young.