Around 2020, Natalie Portman was active in both film and advocacy. She reprised her role as Jane Foster in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, preparing for her return in Thor: Love and Thunder, which was officially announced in 2019 and began production shortly after. This marked a significant shift for her character, as she was set to take on the mantle of Mighty Thor, a storyline inspired by the comics.

In addition to her film work, Portman was also involved in producing and activism. She co-produced and starred in the drama Lucy in the Sky (2019), and continued to be a vocal advocate for gender equality in Hollywood. Her presence at the 2020 Oscars, where she wore a cape embroidered with the names of female directors who were not nominated, drew widespread attention and praise.