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: Meryl Streep noted she was offered three witch roles the year after she turned 40.
: They are frequently relegated to supporting roles like "mothers," "grandmothers," or "bitchy businesswomen" rather than leads with complex humanity. 🌟 Signs of Progress
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: Characters aged 50+ are more likely to be portrayed as villains ( 59% in films) than heroes ( 30% ). : They are frequently relegated to supporting roles
: Meryl Streep noted she was offered three witch roles the year after she turned 40. milf now