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Films written by women make studios the most money, but budgets go to male filmmakers: Study

When the lights come back on and credits start rolling, it's easy to see that some of the most successful movies of the past few years—from "Avatar: The Way of Water" and "Jurassic World" to "Barbie"—were co-directed or co-written by women.

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A Frontiers in Communication study finds that several of the highest‑grossing recent movies—such as “Avatar: The Way of Water,” “Jurassic World,” and “Barbie”—were co‑directed or co‑written by women. These titles rank among the top earners for studios, indicating that films with female writers or directors generate substantial box‑office revenue. The research highlights the financial success of women‑led creative teams while noting that budget allocations often still favor male filmmakers.

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