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Coast
Representation Score
4.9/10
Fair
2022
Director
Derek Schweickart, Jessica Hester
Runtime
96 minutes
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Coast is a character-driven indie drama that focuses on a young woman's journey to find her own truth, moving away from the constraints of her rural upbringing. While the film successfully centers women's ability to drive the story, it lacks visible multi-layered complexity. The setting and character archetypes suggest a lack of racial diversity, and there is no clear evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or disability inclusion. Ultimately, the film operates as a standard coming-of-age study. It shifts focus from systemic issues to a more localized examination of personal liberation and the subversion of traditional social hierarchies.
Category Breakdown
Does Coast have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film highlights female friendships that might hint at queer-coded subtext typical in coming-of-age stories. There is no clear indication of non-cisgender identities or same-sex intimacy.
How does Coast portray gender?
The story centers on the internal lives and autonomy of young women. By focusing on Abby’s independence, the film challenges traditional domestic expectations for its female protagonist.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Coast?
The small coastal farming town setting suggests a potentially homogeneous environment. Without specific casting data, the narrative seems rooted in traditional, localized rural demographics.
How does Coast represent religion and culture?
The narrative examines the tension between communal obligations and individualistic liberation. It critiques localized social structures in favor of personal authenticity and subjective morality.
Does Coast include disability representation?
There is no evidence regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the film.
Present on Screen
- Focuses on women's ability to drive the story and the internal lives of young women.
- Explores themes of individualistic self-actualization and personal truth.
- Challenges traditional domestic expectations through the protagonist's autonomy.
Limited or Absent
- No clear evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.
- Appears to lack racial and ethnic diversity within its rural setting.
- Provides no visible or invisible disability representation.
Official Synopsis
Desperate to escape the trappings of her small coastal farming town, 16-year-old Abby falls for the lead singer of a touring rock band and must decide whether or not to leave her family and friends behind. With live music performances and an exciting ensemble cast, COAST is about female friendships, finding your truth, and letting the music take you home.
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