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Say My Name

Name: Say My Name
Director: Jay Stern
Released: 2018
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2018

Director

Jay Stern

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Say My Name is a conventional comedy that follows established demographic and social norms. The narrative centers on a localized conflict involving two strangers, without delving into multi-layered identities or deconstructing social hierarchies. The film adheres to traditional standards, focusing on straight-centered and racially homogeneous representations.

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Category Breakdown

Does Say My Name have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a heterosexual relationship between Mary and Statton. There are no characters with same-sex relationships or those who identify outside the binary.

How does Say My Name portray gender?

Limited

Mary and Statton play key roles in driving the plot, but the film relies on conventional comedic formulas rather than challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Say My Name?

Limited

The film is set on a Welsh island with a predominantly white cast. There is little racial diversity or characters of color who have significant influence on the story.

How does Say My Name represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story revolves around a local robbery and recovery mission. It does not explore complex ideological themes or challenge traditional Western cultural norms.

Does Say My Name include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of individuals with disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Mary, the female protagonist, plays a significant role in driving the plot alongside the male lead.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial diversity, reflecting a homogeneous demographic typical of its Welsh setting.
There is a notable absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-binary identities.
The narrative does not challenge traditional gender roles or provide disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Mary and Statton's one-night stand at a hotel gets interrupted by a robbery, and the complete strangers are forced to help each other navigate the seedy underbelly of a sleepy Welsh island in order to get back their stolen property.

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