Behind the Lens: The Struggle for Women’s Representation in Oscars® History
Unveiling the stark realities of gender inequality in Hollywood, our report dives into 96 years of Oscars® history, revealing the persistent challenges and limited victories for women in directing and screenwriting roles.
From Real to Reel Representation and Inclusion in Film and Television Produced in British Columbia
In partnership with UBCP/ACTRA this report presents findings from an analysis of representation of marginalized groups in feature films, TV shows, and TV movies shot in 2018, 2019, and 2021 in British Columbia.
“Surviving” to Thriving: The Muslim Women On-Screen Test
Test and resources for improving the representation of Muslim women on screen.
Women Over 50: The Right to be Seen on Screen
Insights from this study in partnership with Next 50 reveal underrepresentation and stereotyping of characters 50+ in media, urging for more diverse, authentic portrayals.
I Am Not a Fetish or Model Minority: Redefining What it Means to Be API in the Entertainment Industry
Explore our study on API representation in film, focusing on inclusion in top-grossing movies and industry experiences, to uncover prevalent Hollywood stereotypes.
Representations of Black Women in Hollywood
Study reveals Black women are underrepresented in Hollywood in leading roles, highlighting the need for equitable representation.
Closing the STEM Gender Gap: A Study of Gender & STEM Representations in UK Family Entertainment
This report explores the portrayal of STEM characters in UK children’s media, highlighting gender disparities and offering recommendations to encourage diversity in STEM fields.
Beyond the Stereotypes: The Reality of Aging Women in Films
Explore how aging women are portrayed in films and the impact of these representations on societal views of ageism and gender in media.
2020 See Jane Film Report: Historic Gender Parity in Family Films
2020 marks a milestone with gender parity for lead characters in family films, yet disparities remain, especially for supporting roles and in nuanced representation.
See Jane 2019 An Analysis of Representations in Film and Television
Our annual See Jane report investigates the representation of marginalized groups in popular children’s TV and film. We identified significant strides in the representation of some groups, but also noted concerning patterns for improvement for others.
Rewrite Her Story: How Film and Media Stereotypes Affect the Lives and Leadership Ambitions of Girls and Young Women
This comprehensive report by Plan International, in partnership with the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, delves into the profound impact of media representations on the leadership aspirations of girls and young women globally.
The Geena Benchmark Report: 2007-2017
Analyzing a decade of family films, this benchmark study assesses progress in representing women, people of color, LGBTQIA, and individuals with disabilities.
Portray Her: Representations of Women STEM Characters in Media
The report emphasizes the impact of entertainment media in shaping girls’ STEM aspirations, highlighting the scarcity of female STEM role models in popular media.
See Jane Report: Gender and Race Representations in the Top Family Films of 2017
Discover key findings on gender and race in media from the See Jane 2017 report, revealing crucial disparities and opportunities for inclusive representation in family films.
See Jane Report: Gender Bias in Family Films of 2016
2016 analysis reveals key gaps in U.S. family films: underrepresentation of women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and the disabled, highlighting an urgent need for diverse media.
Gender Bias with Borders: An Investigation of Female Characters in Popular Films Across 11 CountriesGender Bias with Borders:
Explore how films from 11 countries depict women, revealing critical insights into gender representation and the stark realities of female portrayal in global cinema.
Gender Roles & Occupations: A Look at Character Attributes and Job-Related Aspirations in Film and Television
Discover critical insights into gender representation in media, revealing stark imbalances and the need for more diverse and equitable portrayals of women in film and TV.
