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Only 36% Of Major Characters In 2025’s Biggest Films Were Women

Only 36% Of Major Characters In 2025’s Biggest Films Were Women

  • In Forbes
  • by Kim Elsesser
  • February 25, 2026

Posted on February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Author Martha LauzenCategories Articles about our Research, Uncategorized

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