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Wide-Awake

Name: Wide-Awake
Director: Tierney Gearon
Released: 2012
Duration: 16 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2012

Director

Tierney Gearon

Runtime

16 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Wide-Awake serves as a celebratory retrospective of female performers from 2012. Instead of a cohesive narrative drama, it acts as a curated showcase of stardom, focusing on archetypes such as ingénues and action heroes. Since the film is a compilation of talent, it lacks the character depth or plot complexity needed to explore complex power dynamics or diverse identities. It prioritizes the glamour of the industry over critical analysis. Ultimately, the work highlights female professional achievements, but its celebratory nature prevents it from engaging with progressive identity issues or deconstructing traditional social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Wide-Awake have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. It focuses on traditional celebrity roles rather than queer-coded characters.

How does Wide-Awake portray gender?

Fair

The work highlights women by emphasizing their professional achievements and stardom. However, it is unclear whether it challenges traditional gender roles or simply celebrates feminine glamour.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Wide-Awake?

Minimal

No information is available regarding the racial or ethnic makeup of the thirteen actresses featured in the film.

How does Wide-Awake represent religion and culture?

Limited

The content aligns with Western media traditions by celebrating the entertainment industry. There is no evidence of religious critique or the deconstruction of Western institutions.

Does Wide-Awake include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of performers or characters dealing with visible or invisible disabilities in the provided overview.

Present on Screen

Provides meaningful visibility for women by highlighting their professional achievements and stardom.
Features diverse female archetypes, including action heroes and icons.

Limited or Absent

Lacks narrative depth to determine if it actively challenges traditional gender roles.
Does not address LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender storytelling.
Does not include representation of performers with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Ingénues, icons, action heroes, divas and the world's next great comedy star: 13 actresses who gave the dreamiest performances of 2012.

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