The feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s had a profound impact on the representation of mature women in entertainment. As women's roles in society expanded, so did their portrayals on screen. Characters like those in Thelma & Louise (1991), The Color Purple (1985), and Fried Green Tomatoes (1991) reflected the complexities and challenges faced by women, tackling themes like identity, empowerment, and relationships.