The 1980s and 1990s saw the rise of the "sexy siren" trope, with mature women like Kathleen Turner, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Sharon Stone becoming synonymous with sensuality and glamour. While these roles were often objectifying, they also marked a shift towards more mature and complex female characters. Actresses like Helen Mirren and Judi Dench began to dominate the screens, taking on leading roles in films like "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" (1968) and "Shakespeare in Love" (1998).