Martha Lauzen

Dr. Martha Lauzen is a prominent scholar and researcher known for her work in gender representation in film and media. As the executive director of the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film at San Diego State University, she has conducted extensive research on the roles of women in the film industry. Her annual report, 'It’s a Man’s (Celluloid) World,' has become a key resource for understanding gender parity in Hollywood, revealing significant trends and challenges faced by female filmmakers and leads.