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Beached Tuna

Beached Tuna

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2018

Director

Matteo Martinez

Runtime

89 minutes

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Beached Tuna operates as a conventional comedic character study. The narrative relies heavily on established clichés of romantic conflict and individual ambition, offering little disruption to traditional social hierarchies. The film lacks engagement with the way different parts of someone's identity overlap, focusing instead on a localized, homogeneous demographic. The central conflict revolves around a male protagonist's desire for fame at the expense of his partner.

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Category Breakdown

Does Beached Tuna have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a traditional romantic comedy framework focused on heterosexual relationships. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of heteronormativity.

How does Beached Tuna portray gender?

Fair

The plot centers on a male protagonist's ego and his pursuit of comedic validation. This dynamic risks reinforcing traditional gendered power struggles rather than showcasing women's ability to drive the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Beached Tuna?

Limited

The production appears to be a localized comedy centered on a homogeneous demographic. There is no documentation of diverse casting or racial representation.

How does Beached Tuna represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes individualistic pursuits and interpersonal reconciliation. It operates within standard social mores without engaging in significant systemic or secular critiques.

Does Beached Tuna include disability representation?

Minimal

The available cast list and synopsis provide no mention of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. No depictions of disability are present in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The film provides a focused character study of a protagonist's pursuit of comedic validation.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks engagement with the way different parts of someone's identity overlap or non-traditional gender representations.
  • The plot risks reinforcing traditional gendered power struggles through its central conflict.
  • There is a notable absence of racial and ethnic diversity within the cast and setting.

Official Synopsis

Francesco, a young man who wants to be a comedian, insults his girlfriend to make his public laugh; she will break up with and so he will think of a crazy plan to win her back.

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