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Part-Time Lifeguards

Name: Part-Time Lifeguards
Director: Carlos Galettini
Released: 1987
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

1987

Director

Carlos Galettini

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Part-Time Lifeguards operates as a typical genre piece from the late 1980s, emphasizing traditional comedic structures over diverse representation. The film relies on a male-centric ensemble, limiting its social commentary. The narrative lacks complexity around gender, race, or identity, focusing instead on male camaraderie and institutional roles.

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Category Breakdown

Does Part-Time Lifeguards have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a male-centric group solving crimes in a slapstick manner. There are no characters with non-conforming gender identities or stories challenging the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Part-Time Lifeguards portray gender?

Limited

The story is driven by male perspectives and camaraderie. Female characters do not have significant roles or leadership positions, reinforcing traditional gender dynamics in buddy comedies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Part-Time Lifeguards?

Fair

Set in Mar del Plata, the film features a local cast. However, there is no indication of diverse ethnic representation, suggesting a likely homogeneous social group.

How does Part-Time Lifeguards represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows a conventional 'cops on vacation' storyline. It upholds traditional views of institutions without questioning Western or legal structures.

Does Part-Time Lifeguards include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative centers on able-bodied characters involved in physical comedy. There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a localized cultural setting within Mar del Plata, Argentina.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks women's ability to drive the story and diverse gender representation.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-conforming gender characters.
The film does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The cast appears homogeneous, lacking significant racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

This time, the Brigada Z gang, take a little vacation in Mar del Plata but their money is stolen. In order to enjoy their vacation, they become lifeguards and accidentally discover a band of thieves that robs Casinos. Emilio, Gino, Berugo and Alberto don't forget they're cops so they decide to investigate.

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