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Since You've Been Gone

Name: Since You've Been Gone
Director: David Schwimmer
Released: 1998
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1998

Director

David Schwimmer

Runtime

96 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film centers on a doctor's journey back to his high school to confront his past humiliations. The narrative focuses on individual interpersonal conflicts and the social hierarchies present at a reunion. It does not delve into systemic or multi-layered themes. Because the story follows a conventional comedic-drama structure, it lacks specific identity-based representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Since You've Been Gone have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include representations of non-straight relationships or gender identities. It does not critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Since You've Been Gone portray gender?

Fair

The storyline follows a typical path of personal growth and redemption. Details about gender dynamics or power relations among characters are missing.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Since You've Been Gone?

Minimal

The film does not indicate a diverse cast or actors from different backgrounds. The setting suggests a traditional social structure.

How does Since You've Been Gone represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot delves into themes of social status and individual achievement. However, it does not explicitly critique Western institutions or secular frameworks.

Does Since You've Been Gone include disability representation?

Minimal

Physical injuries serve as a catalyst for conflict. The film does not explore the experiences of those with disabilities or neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

The premise provides a character-driven exploration of social hierarchy and personal trauma.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse representation across racial, LGBTQ+, and disability categories.
The story adheres to conventional structures rather than exploring systemic or multi-layered issues.

Official Synopsis

The story of a 10th anniversary High School reunion, told through the eyes of a doctor who was humiliated on graduation day by being badly beaten up by a fellow graduate.

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