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Another Woman

Name: Another Woman
Director: Anna Parmas
Released: 2019
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

6.4/10

Good

2019

Director

Anna Parmas

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film is a striking study of female autonomy, successfully deconstructing domestic hierarchies through its central conflict. By positioning a professional woman against a younger rival, it moves the focus from the male catalyst to the female struggle for control. However, the work is limited by its narrow demographic scope. The lack of LGBTQ+ and racial diversity prevents it from achieving a more progressive social breadth. Ultimately, while it excels in gender dynamics and institutional critique, the narrative remains tethered to a traditional, homogeneous social setting.

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Category Breakdown

Does Another Woman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film operates within a strictly straight-centered framework. It lacks intentionality regarding non-binary gender identities or same-sex intimacy.

How does Another Woman portray gender?

Excellent

Masha’s role as a professional gynecologist challenges traditional female stereotypes. The narrative shifts power away from the male figure, centering on female intellect and control.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Another Woman?

Limited

The cast appears relatively homogeneous. There is no evidence of significant diversity within the primary character arcs.

How does Another Woman represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques traditional institutions and the sanctity of the nuclear family. It explores the tension between personal autonomy and established social authority.

Does Another Woman include disability representation?

Good

The film addresses the psychological toll of social pressures. It avoids 'inspiration porn' by using the characters' mental states to drive the narrative.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional female stereotypes by centering female intellectual control.
Provides a nuanced critique of institutional and social authority.
Avoids 'inspiration porn' when exploring psychological complexities.

Limited or Absent

Lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
Shows minimal racial or ethnic diversity within the cast.
Operates within a largely straight-centered social framework.

Official Synopsis

The film’s heroine is the gynaecologist Masha, whose husband leaves her. When a man leaves his wife, he carries away all her hopes for a future. Of course, it would be noble to let the husband go, but Masha is a strong woman and begins a desperate struggle for her infidel husband Misha. The power is unequal. Masha is already well in her thirties, while the fitness-trainer Oksana is just over twenty. But behind Masha stand a great experience of life and two small children. In this situation she is ready to use the entire arsenal available, including extraterrestrial forces. The young Oksana relies only on feelings. And on her fine figure, her magnificent hair and irrepressible temperament. Who will win this fight and get the prize? And what happens when the dream of one of them will become true?

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