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Sex Diary

Name: Sex Diary
Director: Bruno Gaburro
Released: 1976
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1976

Director

Bruno Gaburro

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Sex Diary operates within the traditional framework of Italian comedy. It relies heavily on well-known gender archetypes to explore provincial social dynamics and material wealth. The film's diversity is limited by its reliance on conventional clichés. Although an American character introduces a multicultural element, she primarily serves as a tool for class-based humor rather than a deep exploration of identity. Ultimately, the story prioritizes traditional romantic and social hierarchies. It lacks the complexity needed to challenge broader societal norms, focusing instead on the pursuit of marriage and economic success.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sex Diary have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on traditional heterosexual relationships and does not include any non-cisgender identities or critiques of conventional romance.

How does Sex Diary portray gender?

Fair

The characters follow established gender roles, such as the socially active male lead and the vulnerable female lead. The plot emphasizes traditional family structures through its focus on marriage.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sex Diary?

Limited

An American girl adds a multicultural element to the Italian setting. However, her presence mainly serves as a plot device for class-based humor.

How does Sex Diary represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows Western comedy traditions focused on social climbing. It highlights materialist values and the preservation of local community hierarchies.

Does Sex Diary include disability representation?

Minimal

A suicide attempt is mentioned but does not provide a detailed look at mental health issues. Its role is primarily as a plot catalyst.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of an American character adds a multicultural element to the provincial Italian setting.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gender roles and reinforces conventional family structures.
The suicide attempt in the plot lacks depth regarding mental health representation.
The story prioritizes materialist values and social climbing over complex character development.

Official Synopsis

The Don Juan of a small provincial town saves from suicide a young American girl who falls in love with him. The citizens, after having discovered that the girl is very rich, will do everything to organize the marriage between them.

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