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LGBTQ+, Fat and Disabled Characters Combined Only Make Up 10% of Film Roles, Study Finds
The WrapStory by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
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Landmark study reveals Hollywood still has a long way to go in representing LGBTQ+, fat, and disabled characters on the big screen.
beat sheet
- The Geena Davis Institute's latest analysis found that diverse characters make up a mere 10% of roles in the 100 highest-grossing U.S. films, underlining the persistent lack of inclusive representation.
- Despite growing calls for more inclusive storytelling, industry insiders say studios remain hesitant to greenlight projects featuring LGBTQ+, fat, or disabled leads, fearing they won't resonate with mainstream audiences.
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Geena Davis, Geena Davis Institute