Some have recognized similarities toLost.

The women inYellowjacketsin the 2021 timeline are in their early 40s.

This time period in a womans life can be overwhelming.

(L-R): Lauren Ambrose as Van, Simone Kessell as Lottie, Tawny Cypress as Taissa, Juliette Lewis as Natalie and Christina Ricci as Misty in YELLOWJACKETS, “It Chooses”.

While a little younger than theirGolden Girlscounterparts, the women inYellowjacketsseize their respective presents while battling with the pasts.

need any more examples of stories dedicating time to women living out their first half of life?

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Believe it or not, women arent dead after turning 40.

Men seem to be stereotyped as gaining complexity as they reach middle adulthood.

They would be the norm rather than the trendsetters.

The performers portraying the characters in both shows deserve major credit for allowing the stories to be so compelling.

Thankfully, Ricci and Lynskey have been nominated forYellowjackets.

Movie stars havent been so lucky throughout history.

The average age of a female Academy Award winner is justunder 37 years old.

It reminds fans that femininity doesnt disappear, but matures as time goes on.

Yellowjackets seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. and U.K.

Season 1 is available to stream on Netflix in the U.S. and U.K.

Season 3 is expected to premiere in 2025 on Showtime.