In Hollywood, male actors have long been the ones leading action-packed superhero films, with their characters often portrayed as strong and dominant. But when Evangeline Lilly was cast in Ant-Man and the Wasp, she was given a chance to take on a key role as a female superhero.

However, her experience behind the scenes revealed that, despite this opportunity, her character was still shaped by the same traditional formulas often applied to male superheroes.

Evangeline Lilly in Ant-Man and The Wasp | Credits: Walt Disney Studios

In a candid interview, she shared her thoughts on how her character was portrayed and why she felt there was more to be done to truly empower female heroes in Hollywood.

Did Ant-Man and the Wasp truly showcase Evangeline Lilly’s character the right way?

Marvel Studios has taken noticeable strides toward gender inclusivity in recent years, with female superheroes receiving more screen time and even leading their own films.