Consider the careers of Viola Davis, Cate Blanchett, and Jennifer Coolidge. These women are not merely surviving in the industry; they are thriving. Davis, now in her late 50s, continues to take on physically and emotionally demanding roles, from The Woman King to Air , portraying women of authority, strength, and deep vulnerability. Blanchett’s turn in TÁR offered a searing look at power and hubris in the classical music world, a role that required the gravitas only a seasoned actress could provide.
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