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Palm Beach

Name: Palm Beach
Director: Rachel Ward
Released: 2019
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2019

Unrated

Director

Rachel Ward

Runtime

98 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Palm Beach is a character-driven ensemble drama that focuses on the internal dynamics of a long-standing peer group. While the film employs a skilled cast to explore the complexities of enduring human relationships, it adheres to a traditional approach to social structures. The narrative centers on the mounting tensions and hidden secrets among a group of friends, without disrupting traditional social hierarchies. This emphasis on interpersonal drama keeps the film within a conventional framework. Overall, the film lacks the exploration of diverse identities and systemic issues necessary for a higher diversity rating. It serves as a typical examination of social facades and aging.

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Category Breakdown

Does Palm Beach have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers around a close-knit group of lifelong friends. There are no explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories focused on non-traditional gender identities.

How does Palm Beach portray gender?

Fair

The cast includes several prominent actresses such as Greta Scacchi and Jacqueline McKenzie. However, the story does not explicitly challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Palm Beach?

Limited

Set in Sydney, the film features a predominantly white cast. The social group seems fairly uniform in its composition.

How does Palm Beach represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story delves into themes of aging and social gatherings through elaborate meals and reunions. It emphasizes traditional social cohesion without questioning Western institutions.

Does Palm Beach include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the film.

Present on Screen

Features a sophisticated and balanced ensemble cast including Greta Scacchi and Jacqueline McKenzie.
Offers a nuanced look at the dynamics of long-term friendships and the breakdown of longstanding social bonds.

Limited or Absent

Does not include LGBTQ+ characters or stories that question traditional gender norms.
The cast and social setting are predominantly white, lacking significant racial and ethnic diversity.
Does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A group of lifelong friends reunite to celebrate a special birthday, with Sydney's iconic Palm Beach providing a stunning backdrop for the unfolding drama. The good times roll, with loads of laughter, lavish meals, flowing wine and fantastic music, but slowly tensions mount and deep secrets arise.

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