: These films often subvert traditional tropes by placing older women in central, complex roles rather than as background characters.

: In Philippine culture, the Lola is a pillar of the family. Movies like Lola (2009), directed by Brillante Mendoza, are critically acclaimed for their raw and realistic portrayal of two grandmothers navigating the legal system and poverty.

: Papers on this topic typically analyze how "Lola" characters represent the resilience of the Filipino spirit or how they challenge ageist stereotypes in media.

While the phrase might appear in various contexts, it is most notable in academic and critical discussions regarding Filipino film: